Bulgaria joins the eurozone at the start of the year

Bulgaria becomes the 21st euro member. The elimination of exchange rate risks facilitates trade and investment. Economic integration with the EU deepens. German companies benefit from simplified business. Politically controversial due to some economic deficits.

Accession as of 1 January 2026 despite some deficits. Economically sensible for trade relations and investment. The Bulgarian lev is replaced by the euro.