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Exchange Albanian Leke for Cash in the UK

We accept Albanian Leke coins, current banknotes and withdrawn notes — including currency banks won't exchange.

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1. Add your Albanian Leke

Select the notes and coins you want to exchange

2. Send your currency

Post your currency using our free secure envelope

3. Get paid to your bank

Receive payment within 5 working days

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Current Albanian Lek Exchange Rates

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Exchange Rates
Currency Type Rate (GBP)
Current Banknotes £0.004448
Withdrawn Notes £0.003784
Albanian Lek Coins £0.003264

Last updated: 5 July 2026 at 13:00

Albanian Leke Banknotes & Coins We Accept

To exchange your Albanian Leke for cash, select the coins or banknotes you want to add to your account below.

About Albanian Leke Exchange

The Albanian Lek (ALL) is the official currency of Albania, a country on the Adriatic coast of southeastern Europe. We accept all denominations of Albanian Leke banknotes and coins, including older series and damaged notes.

Current Albanian Leke Banknotes

Albania’s current banknotes feature updated designs and modern security features including watermarks, security threads, and colour-shifting ink. We accept the full range of current notes, including higher-value denominations such as the 10,000 Leke and the 5,000 Leke, as well as smaller notes right down to the 200 ALL. Unlike most high street exchanges, we’re happy to take all current denominations.

Old Series & Damaged Notes

Unlike most currency exchanges, we also accept older and withdrawn Albanian Leke banknotes, including earlier series that most UK banks and bureaux de change will simply turn away. We can exchange a wide range of these older notes, such as the 5,000 Lek (Skanderbeg, 1999) and the 1,000 Lek (Pjetër Bogdani, 1996), along with even earlier issues from 1992. Damaged notes are accepted provided they remain at least 50% intact, though the rate applied may be slightly lower than for undamaged currency.

Albanian Leke Coins

We accept a range of Albanian Leke coins that most exchange services refuse to handle, including the 100 Leke coin and the 50 Leke coin, as well as smaller denominations. Because coins require additional handling and sorting, the exchange rate applied is slightly lower than for banknotes, but it means your leftover change doesn’t have to go to waste.

Why Exchange With Us?

  • Competitive exchange rates updated daily
  • Accept coins and damaged notes that banks won’t take
  • We verify your currency and pay you within 5 working days
  • No hidden fees or charges

Albanian Lek Exchange FAQ

Are Albanian Leke difficult to exchange in the UK?

Yes, they can be. Most UK high street banks and travel money services do not exchange Albanian Leke at all, which means returning travellers often find themselves stuck with leftover currency. We specialise in less commonly traded currencies like the Lek, so you’re in the right place.

Do you accept old Albanian Leke banknotes that are no longer in circulation?

Yes, we do. Albania has issued several series of Leke banknotes over the decades, and older withdrawn notes — including those from the 1990s series — are accepted at a slightly reduced rate. As long as a damaged note is at least 50% intact, we will still consider it.

Can I exchange Albanian Leke coins as well as banknotes?

Yes! We accept a range of Albanian Leke coins, from smaller denominations right up to the 100 Leke coin, which most bureaux de change will refuse. The rate for coins is slightly lower than for banknotes due to the additional handling involved, but it is far better than leaving them in a drawer.

How do I send my Albanian Leke to you, and when will I be paid?

Simply box up your Albanian banknotes and coins and post them to us yourself — many customers use a tracked postal service for peace of mind. Once we receive and verify your currency, we’ll pay you within 5 working days by bank transfer or PayPal. If for any reason you’re not happy with our offer, we’ll return your Leke to you free of charge.

Is there a minimum amount of Albanian Leke I need to send?

We don’t publish a fixed minimum for Albanian Leke, so even small amounts of leftover holiday currency are worth sending in. If you’re unsure whether it’s worth your while, feel free to contact us before posting and we’ll be happy to help.

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