From Piggy Banks to Payments: Tips for Using or Exchanging Your Coins in Bulgaria

As Bulgaria prepares to join the eurozone, many people who have been collecting coins from daily change may be wondering what to do with their small change. After January 1st, payments in levs will still be accepted for an additional month, but merchants are legally allowed to refuse transactions that include more than 50 coins at a time.

One practical approach is to ask local stores or pharmacies if they can consolidate some of your coins, as they often need smaller denominations for making change....