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The official currency of Georgia is the Georgian Lari (GEL).
Its international currency code is GEL.
The Lari was introduced in 1995 by the National Bank of Georgia, replacing the Soviet ruble.
Today, the Lari is used for all financial transactions across Georgia and has become a symbol of the country's economic independence.
After Georgia separated from the Soviet Union, it introduced its own national currency, the Lari (GEL), in 1995.
The word “Lari” means “treasure” in Georgian.
With the introduction of the new currency, inflation was brought under control and economic stability was achieved.
The first banknotes were issued in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and 50 Lari.
Today, 100 and 200 Lari banknotes are also in circulation.
• Abbreviation: GEL
• Symbol: ₾
• Subunit: 1 Lari = 100 Tetri
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The Georgian Lari is only valid within Georgia’s borders.
However, you can buy or sell GEL at exchange offices or certain banks in Turkey.
In addition, you can easily transfer money between Turkey and Georgia through PayPorter.
• Georgian Lari banknotes feature cultural heritage, historical figures, and architectural landmarks of the country.
• The ₾ symbol was officially adopted in 2014.
• The National Bank of Georgia is working on a digital currency project called e-Lari.
• The Georgian Lari is considered one of the most stable currencies in the region.