Bulgaria Adopts the Euro: Key Operational Impacts
On January 1, 2026, the euro replaces the Bulgarian lev. Financial institutions must prepare for numerous operational adjustments, including around trading hours and holiday schedules.
🗓️ Key Dates and Adjustments
• December 22, 2025 – Stock exchange operates under modified trading hours.
• December 23, 2025 – January 4, 2026 – Stock exchange closed for trading.
• Year-end holidays – Stock exchange settlement will follow the standard schedule, with additional holidays on December 31 and January 2.
• January 2, 2026 – A good business day for EUR settlement, but a holiday for banks
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