Georgian Currency

Going to Georgia and needs to know the name of the Georgian money unit or just need to know how much is $1000 US dollars in Georgian currency?

Use the links on this page to learn more about the local currency used in Georgia, currency symbol, notes and more.


Georgian Currency Info


Georgian Currency Exchange Rate Today

Georgia Money

  • The official money used in Georgia is Lari.

  • The currency symbol of the Georgian money is .

  • The Georgian currency code is GEL.

  • The Lari Notes: The Georgian currency notes are made up of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 lari.

  • The Lari Coins: 1 Lari is made up of 100 Tetris. Georgian Tetri Coins go from 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 tetri, 1, 2 lari.

What is the best currency to use in Georgia? obviously it is best to convert your currency to Georgian money and use the local Lari as it is accepted everywhere in Georgia. American dollars and other major currencies like British Pound or Japanese Yen are not readily accepted in most business establishments, however some major hotel chains, restaurants and shops may accept US dollars at an agreed upon exchange rate.

Are credit cards widely accepted in Georgia? Popular credit cards, like Mastercard and Visa, are usually accepted within Georgia (at hotels, restaurants, shops, travel agencies etc.). American Express is less common and can attract surcharges if you are able to use in an establishment - therefore check before you use it.

What is the exchange rate for Lari to US Dollars?

Foreign exchange rates are always changing and in most days minute by minute.

Therefore it's wise to check the latest money exchange rate for US Dollar to Georgian Lari before purchasing the Lari you require for your up coming trip from American Dollar to Lari Exchange Rate Today.

What is the exchange rate for Lari to Stirling Pound?

Foreign exchange rates are often changing and in most cases minute by minute.

Therefore it's wise to ask for the the latest money exchange rate for Stirling Pound to Georgian Lari before buying the Lari you need for your next trip from British Pound to Lari Exchange Rate Today.