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Money in Georgia

Payments, banking, ATMs, cash and cards.

The Georgian Lari (GEL) is the only accepted currency. ATMs are everywhere in cities — TBC Bank and Bank of Georgia offer the best rates with no dynamic-currency-conversion trap. Cards work in most restaurants and shops; keep small cash for marshrutkas, markets, and mountain guesthouses.

  • CurrencyGEL (Lari)
  • Best ATMsTBC / BoG
  • Card acceptanceHigh in cities

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National Bank of Georgia – Official Exchange Rates

National Bank of Georgia daily official exchange rates for the Georgian lari against major foreign currencies (USD, EUR, etc.).

💡 Never accept "dynamic currency conversion" — let the ATM/POS charge in GEL, your bank rate is always better.

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