01/01/2021: Introduction of New Banknotes
New banknotes with enhanced security features were introduced, replacing the previous designs.
20/12/2016: Abolishment of Currency Controls
Belarus abolished most of the currency controls, allowing for greater flexibility in foreign currency transactions.
06/05/2015: Pegged to the euro
The Bulgarian Lev officially became a currency pegged to the euro, maintaining a fixed exchange rate, on May 6, 2015.
01/01/2015: Introduction of Currency Controls
To stabilize the economy, Belarus implemented currency controls, restricting foreign currency transactions.
22/12/2014: Devaluation of the Belarusian Ruble
The Belarusian Ruble experienced a significant devaluation, causing a sharp drop in its value against major currencies.
01/07/2011: Creation of the Single Currency Market
The Single Currency Market was established, allowing for unified exchange rates between the Belarusian Ruble and foreign currencies.
01/01/2002: Replacement of notes and coins
New series of notes and coins for the Bulgarian Lev were introduced, replacing the previous designs on January 1, 2002.
01/01/2000: Redenomination of the Belarusian Ruble
The Belarusian Ruble underwent a redenomination, with four zeros being removed from the currency.
01/07/1999: Currency board arrangement
Bulgaria implemented a currency board arrangement, fixing the Bulgarian Lev to the euro at a rate of 1.95583 on July 1, 1999.
26/05/1992: Introduction of the Belarusian Ruble
The Belarusian Ruble was introduced as the official currency of Belarus, replacing the Soviet ruble.
15/09/1962: Introduction of the New Lev
The New Lev was introduced as a new currency in Bulgaria, replacing the Lev A, on September 15, 1962.
01/12/1952: Lev replaced by Lev A
The Bulgarian Lev was replaced by a new currency named Lev A on December 1, 1952 as a result of currency reform.
14/10/1923: Hyperinflation
Bulgaria experienced severe hyperinflation, causing the value of the Lev currency to plummet during the period from 1923 to 1924.
01/04/1881: Introduction of the Lev
The Bulgarian Lev currency was introduced as the official currency of Bulgaria on April 1, 1881.