Moldovan Leu (MDL) Profile

Currency name
Currency code
Currency symbol

L

Subunit
1/100, ban (plural: bani)
Coins freq used
1 ban, 5 bani, 10 bani, 25 bani, 50 bani
Coins rarely used
 
Banknotes freq used
1 leu, 5 lei, 10 lei, 50 lei, 100 lei, 200 lei, 500 lei, 1000 lei
Banknotes rarely used
 
Central bank
National Bank of Moldova (www.bnm.md)
Currency users
Currency user list

Users:

The Moldovan Leu (MDL) is the official currency of Moldova. It is the legal tender used for all transactions within the country.

History:

The Moldovan Leu was introduced in 1993 after Moldova gained independence from the Soviet Union. It replaced the Soviet ruble as the official currency.

Moldova is a landlocked country located in Eastern Europe, known for its beautiful landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and historical sites.

Coins and Banknotes:

The Moldovan Leu is subdivided into 100 bani.

Coins:

Coins currently in circulation are 1, 5, 10, 25, and 50 bani, as well as 1, 2, and 5 lei.

Banknotes:

The most commonly used banknotes are 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, and 1000 lei.

Each banknote typically features important historical figures, landmarks, and symbols of Moldova.