About Latvian Lats Exchange
The Latvian Lats (LVL) was the official currency of Latvia until the country adopted the Euro in January 2014, making all Lats banknotes and coins withdrawn from circulation. We accept all denominations of Latvian Lats banknotes and coins, including older series and any notes that have seen better days.
Current Latvian Lats Banknotes
As Latvia now uses the Euro, there are no current Latvian Lats banknotes in circulation — every Lats note is now a withdrawn issue. Whether you have a small-denomination note tucked away from a holiday or a higher-value note you never got round to spending, we can exchange the full range of Latvian Lats banknotes for you.
Old Series & Damaged Notes
Unlike most high street exchanges, we accept all withdrawn Latvian Lats banknotes, regardless of series or condition. Notes that are torn, faded, or heavily worn are still considered, provided they are at least 50% intact. Because the Lats has been out of circulation since 2014, you are unlikely to find a UK bank or travel money provider willing to take them — so we are one of the few places that can help. Similar pre-Euro currencies we handle include Lithuanian Litu and Estonian Krooni, if you have other Baltic currency left over.
Latvian Lats Coins
We also buy Latvian Lats coins, including the 2 Lati and 1 Lat coins, as well as smaller Santimu denominations such as the 50 Santimu. Coins are accepted across all denominations, though the rate is slightly lower than for banknotes due to the additional handling involved. Most other services will not touch foreign coins at all, so if your change has been sitting in a jar since your last trip to Riga, we can still put it to good use.
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