Tipping in Bulgaria
Most waiting staff in Bulgaria are paid the minimum wage, so the money they get from tips is a big part of their overall income.
Whether you’re exploring Sofia's beautiful architecture or catching rays on the famous Sunny Beach, you’ll need local currency to prepare for your Bulgarian adventure.
Asda Travel Money makes it easier than ever to buy Bulgarian lev. Pop in-store to grab your holiday money or visit us online to have your cash delivered straight to your door.
It's a good idea to buy your Bulgarian lev before jetting off on your trip. That way, you'll avoid international exchange rates and ATM transaction fees.
Some machines give the option to complete the transaction in your home currency rather than Bulgarian Lev. This may sound like a good idea, but it's best to stick with the local currency to avoid any hidden fees.
Also, if you're planning to pay for hotels using cash, it's worth noting that most Bulgarian ATMs limit you to withdrawing 200 lev per day (less than £100).
^At the time of publishing - November 2019.
Most waiting staff in Bulgaria are paid the minimum wage, so the money they get from tips is a big part of their overall income.
Despite talks of Bulgaria adopting the Euro in 2022 after joining the EU in 2007, Bulgaria still uses Bulgarian Lev as its national currency.
It’s a good idea to have a basic understanding of the local currency to avoid fumbling for the right change when you touch down in Bulgaria.
Here’s what you need to know:
If you find a better exchange rate within 5 miles of one of our travel money bureau, we’ll beat it with our Price Promise.
Stop by our travel money bureau and we’ll buy back your unused travel money. Even if you didn’t buy your travel currency from us, we’ll exchange it back commission free.
Left it till the last minute? Don’t worry, simply swing by one of our travel money bureaux and take advantage of our same day travel money on popular currencies, subject to availability.
The Asda Rewards price for Asda Travel Money will be preferential compared to the standard rate advertised at your chosen place of purchase (being either online via https://money.asda.com/travel/travel-money/ (Website) or in-store at an Asda Travel Money bureau) on the date of purchase. Asda Rewards prices are only available on the sell rates of currencies in stock on the date of your purchase. When purchasing online, you must enter a valid Asda Rewards number found in the Asda Rewards App or Website to obtain the Asda Rewards price rate. When purchasing in-store, you must show the Asda Rewards barcode found in the app. Asda Rewards pricing available for Asda Travel Money purchases only offers you a more preferential exchange rate, you will not receive or be entitled to any Asda Rewards on your purchase. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer at any time and without prior notice.
Please note that Asda Travel Money Online Services Terms and Conditions are available at https://travelmoney.asda.com/asda/page/termsandconditions.
Asda Travel Money is provided by Travelex Agency Services Limited, registered number: 04621879. Registered Office: Worldwide House, Thorpewood, Peterborough, PE3 6SB