Information Meeting in Blagoevgrad: Bulgaria Ready to Introduce the Euro from 1 January 2026
11 September 2025 News
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Georg Georgiev, took part in an information meeting with representatives of local authorities, business, and civil society, dedicated to the forthcoming introduction of the euro in Bulgaria. The event formed part of the national information campaign aimed at explaining the key aspects and benefits of the country’s accession to the Eurozone.
“On 1 January 2026, Bulgaria will become the 21st member of the Eurozone – an important step that marks a historic moment for our country and positions it at the heart of the European Union,” stated Minister Georgiev.
In his remarks, the Minister underlined that membership in the Eurozone is the result of the consistent efforts of successive governments, institutions, citizens, and businesses. It provides a guarantee of economic stability, trust, and sustainable growth, and is also a symbol of Bulgaria’s deep commitment to European integration.
“Membership in the Eurozone is not only an economic act – it is a strategic choice that consolidates our Western identity and grants Bulgaria a stronger role in the European Union’s decision-making process,” the Minister added.
Minister Georgiev highlighted that the introduction of the euro will bring a number of direct benefits for citizens and businesses, including:
- The elimination of conversion costs and exchange rate risk;
- Favourable conditions for lower interest rates and easier access to credit;
- Increased confidence in the economic environment and greater investment inflows;
- Stronger trade and exports to other Eurozone countries;
- An improved credit and investment rating for Bulgaria;
- Enhanced competitiveness and business environment;
- Greater consumer protection and purchasing power.
“Our responsibility is to make this transition transparent, smooth, and convenient for everyone. I believe that with the efforts of all – institutions, businesses, and citizens – we will succeed in deriving the maximum benefit from the Eurozone membership,” Minister Georgiev concluded, committing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to continue working actively to inform Bulgarian citizens at home and abroad on the adoption of the euro.
As of 1 January 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will operate entirely in the new currency, in compliance with the relevant European and national regulations. All key information systems of the Ministry have already been fully adapted to work with the euro. Among them are the National Visa Information System, electronic services platforms, and the systems of the “Certifications and Legalisations” sector, which are already functioning with dual reporting – both in euro and in levs.