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Live Interbank Rate (Bank of Albania / Monetary Authority (BIF)): October 6, 2026

BIF to ALL: Convert Burundian Franc to Albanian Lek (FBu to L)

Real-time wholesale mid-market rate with zero markup. Compare baseline interbank pricing against Albanian exchange bureau spreads and bank transfer fees.

Bottom line: What is 1,000 BIF worth in Albanian Lek?
1 BIF = 0.0271 ALL
At today's interbank rate, 1,000 BIF converts to 27.14 ALL (L) (inverse rate: 1 ALL = 36.8408 BIF). Licensed exchange offices across Albania typically apply retail margins between 0.5% and 1.5% above wholesale benchmarks. Use this live guide to review real-time quotes, remittance fee comparisons, and regulatory customs limits.
BIF
ALL
Wholesale Rate: 1 PLN = 0.3694 CAD
Inverse Rate: 1 CAD = 2.7071 PLN
Status: Live (Redis)

BIF to ALL Live Exchange Rate Chart

Historical exchange rate movements based on central bank benchmarks and interbank market liquidity.

Period High
0.3728 CAD
Period Low
0.3668 CAD
Period Average
0.3698 CAD
Period Change
+0.84%
30-Day Range (1M) Position: 56% of range
Min: 0.3668 CAD
Max: 0.3728 CAD
52-Week Range (1Y) Position: 38% of range
Min: 0.3640 CAD
Max: 0.3838 CAD

CAD and PLN conversion tables

Reference tables for common transfer and banknote amounts based on the interbank exchange rate.

Convert BIF to ALL (Burundian Franc to Albanian Lek)
Official Mid-Market Rate
Burundian Franc (BIF) Albanian Lek (ALL)
1 BIF0.03 ALL
5 BIF0.14 ALL
10 BIF0.27 ALL
25 BIF0.68 ALL
50 BIF1.36 ALL
100 BIF2.71 ALL
200 BIF5.43 ALL
250 BIF6.79 ALL
500 BIF13.57 ALL
1,000 BIF27.14 ALL
2,500 BIF67.86 ALL
5,000 BIF135.72 ALL
10,000 BIF271.44 ALL
Convert ALL to BIF (Albanian Lek to Burundian Franc)
Official Mid-Market Rate
Albanian Lek (ALL) Burundian Franc (BIF)
1 ALL36.84 BIF
5 ALL184.20 BIF
10 ALL368.41 BIF
25 ALL921.02 BIF
50 ALL1,842.04 BIF
100 ALL3,684.08 BIF
200 ALL7,368.15 BIF
250 ALL9,210.19 BIF
500 ALL18,420.38 BIF
1,000 ALL36,840.75 BIF
2,500 ALL92,101.89 BIF
5,000 ALL184,203.77 BIF
10,000 ALL368,407.55 BIF

Exchange Rate & Fee Comparison

Sample transfer simulation for 1,000 BIF

Provider / Channel Exchange Rate (BIF/ALL) Estimated FX Spread Recipient Gets (for 1,000 BIF) Difference vs Mid-Market
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Pure Mid-Market Interbank Wholesale Rate
0.0271 0.00% (Zero Markup) 27.14 ALL Benchmark
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Licensed Exchange Offices (Tirana)
Authorized street exchange booths (Zyra Këmbimi Valutor)
0.0269 ~0.75% Retail Spread 26.94 ALL -0.20 ALL
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Money Transfer Operators (Remittance)
Western Union / MoneyGram agent locations across Albania
0.0268 ~1.40% Transfer Spread 26.76 ALL -0.38 ALL
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Commercial Bank Wire (SWIFT)
BKT / Raiffeisen / Credins / Intesa Sanpaolo Albania
0.0263 ~3.10% + Wire Fees 26.30 ALL -0.84 ALL

1 BIF to ALL: Burundian Franc to Albanian Lek Quick Reference

Searches for 1 BIF to ALL, convert BIF to ALL, and BIF ALL rate refer to the same interbank calculation: the amount of Albanian Lek received per Burundian Franc. At today's wholesale baseline of 1 BIF = 0.0271 ALL (inverse: 1 ALL = 36.8408 BIF), key considerations for individuals and remitters include:

✈️ Remittances to BIF Currency Area
Transfers between Albania and BIF Currency Area typically process via licensed Money Service Providers (MSPs), Western Union/MoneyGram agents, or commercial bank wire.
🏢 Tirana Exchange Hubs & Market Spreads
Authorized street exchange booths (Zyra Këmbimi Valutor) in Tirana quote tight cash spreads (0.5% to 1.5%), significantly more favorable than airport exchange desks.
🏛️ Bank of Albania & Customs Thresholds
Exchange movements reflect Bank of Albania (BoA) benchmark data. Carrying physical currency equal to or exceeding 1,000,000 ALL (or €10,000 equivalent) requires border customs declaration.

Currency profiles: BIF and ALL

Monetary specifications and regulatory details for Burundian Franc and Albanian Lek.

🇧🇮 Base Currency

BIF: Burundian Franc

National currency of Albania managed and regulated by the Bank of Albania (Banka e Shqipërisë).

  • Central Bank: Monetary Authority (BIF)
  • Symbol / Code: FBu (BIF)
  • Circulating Banknotes: Banknoty obiegowe BIF
🇦🇱 Target Currency

ALL: Albanian Lek

Official monetary unit of BIF Currency Area overseen by Bank of Albania (BoA).

  • Central Bank: Bank of Albania (BoA)
  • Symbol / Code: L (ALL)
  • Circulating Banknotes: 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000 ALL

Exchanging Burundian Franc (BIF) and Albanian Lek (ALL) in Albania

When converting between Burundian Franc (BIF) and Albanian Lek (ALL), understanding the local financial market ensures you obtain competitive rates without excessive spreads. In Albania, cash exchange is widespread and highly competitive across licensed foreign exchange bureaus (Zyra Këmbimi Valutor) located throughout Tirana and major coastal destinations.

Cash Liquidity and Banknotes

The Albanian Lek circulates in banknote denominations of 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, and 10,000 ALL. When converting foreign cash into ALL, check that notes are in good condition without significant tears or defacements, as street booths and bank cashiers require clean banknotes for processing.

Customs and Cross-Border Currency Regulations

Under Albanian customs legislation and Bank of Albania guidelines, travelers entering or departing Albania via Tirana International Airport (TIA - Nënë Tereza) carrying physical currency or monetary instruments valued at 1,000,000 ALL or more (or the foreign equivalent of €10,000) must declare the funds on an official customs declaration form.

Frequently Asked Questions: BIF to ALL

Common questions about BIF to ALL conversion, market spreads, and remittance guidelines in Albania.

What is the live exchange rate for 10,000 BIF in ALL?

At today's interbank rate (1 BIF = 0.0271 ALL), 10,000 BIF converts to approximately 271.44 ALL (inverse: 1 ALL = 36.8408 BIF). Licensed exchange bureaus typically charge a competitive retail spread between 0.5% and 1.5%.

Can I exchange Albanian Lek (ALL) directly in Tirana?

Yes. Licensed exchange bureaus (Zyra Këmbimi Valutor) across Tirana (around Skanderbeg Square, Rruga e Durrësit, and Myslym Shyri) routinely handle major international and regional currencies with narrow spreads.

How is the BIF to ALL exchange rate determined?

The cross rate is established by international foreign exchange markets, benchmark rate fixings published by the Bank of Albania (Banka e Shqipërisë), and policy indicators from Monetary Authority (BIF).

What are the customs cash declaration rules in Albania?

Travelers entering or leaving Albania carrying 1,000,000 ALL or more in cash (or foreign currency equivalent exceeding €10,000) are legally required to file a customs declaration at border checkpoints or Tirana International Airport.

Physical Cash Exchange

Looking for physical cash exchange or remittance in Albania?

Review real-time cash quotes at licensed exchange booths (Zyra Këmbimi Valutor) and money transfer agents across Albania before exchanging banknotes.

Tirana (Skanderbeg Square)Durrës Port & CenterVlorë BoulevardShkodër Pedonale

Where to exchange currency in Albania

Find licensed exchange offices and regional currency trading hubs.

Tirana Center (Skanderbeg Square) →
Albania's primary financial and cash exchange hub
Durrës Harbor District →
Port-area exchange bureaus and commercial banking
Vlorë Coastal Boulevard →
Southern tourist and commercial exchange counters
Shkodër City Center →
Northern cross-border commercial currency bureaus

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