The Albanian currency is called "Lek". It is impossible to buy or use Leks anywhere else -- you cannot even exchange Leks outside of Albania, as it is a restricted currency. They do accept Euro in some places in Tirana, and also Pounds and American Dollars.
Albania is a unique footballing nation where people once risked jail . The city has been built up, and has gone from no cars under Hoxha to traffic .It is my dream city to travel.