The Central Bank of Oman (CBO) has announced the issuance of a 1 Rial Polymer Commemorative Banknote, which will enter circulation on January 11, 2026. This special edition banknote is crafted from polymer, a material known for its enhanced durability and advanced security features, distinguishing it from the current cotton-based banknotes in circulation. Measuring 145 x 76 mm, the banknote features a distinctive design that celebrates Omani national heritage. The...

The Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF) has today launched a new series of banknotes, a historic milestone in Fiji’s economic and cultural journey.  The newly designed polymer banknotes with state-of-the-art security features across all denominations were officially unveiled by the President of the Republic of Fiji, His Excellency Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu today, at an event held in Suva attended by government officials, diplomats, representatives of the financial sector, business community...

In honor of the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's acquisition of the legal status of permanent neutrality, the Central Bank of our country put into circulation modified polymer banknotes of 1, 5, and 10 manats, as well as a new polymer banknote of 200 manats, from December 1, the International Year of Peace and Confidence.       The main feature of polymer banknotes is their resistance to external influences such...

In this momentous celebration of legacy, leadership, and profound national reverence, the Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan will introduce a new series of currency banknotes on November 12th 2025 to commemorate the 70th auspicious Birth Anniversary of His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the visionary monarch who steered Bhutan into a modern constitutional democracy. The New Generation of Ngultrum Banknotes are with latest security features and are recyclable,...

New Commemorative Banknote of Botswana The Bank of Botswana presented the country's first-ever commemorative banknote with a denomination of 50 Pula. This event took place as part of the celebration of the Golden Jubilee – the 50th anniversary of the financial institution. The banknote is a limited edition and will serve as legal tender, circulating alongside the current 50 Pula banknote featuring the portrait of the first president, Sir Seretse...

Brunei Darussalam Central Bank (BDCB) today announced the planned issuance of the New Family Banknotes Series for five denominations – BND1, BND5, BND10, BND100, and BND500 – marking a significant milestone in the evolution of the nation’s currency development. This series is scheduled to enter circulation in the first half of 2026. The new series will feature upgraded security features, in line with global advancements in the currency industry. These...

BOLIVIA BICENTENNIAL COMMEMORATIVE BANKNOTE The commemorative banknote features the most important figures who contributed to Bolivia's independence on the front . It includes national symbols and a security band with a blue macaw image with a 3D motion effect. The reverse features the facade of the House of Liberty , the miner's helmet, the figurehead of the National Mint, and the Andean Cross . There is also a transparent window...

Bangladesh Bank (BB) is set to release newly designed banknotes of Tk1,000, Tk50 and Tk20 denominations into the market on Sunday. New designs will be introduced for all denominations—Tk2, Tk5, Tk10, Tk20, Tk50, Tk100, Tk200, Tk500 and Tk1,000, but in the first phase, ahead of Eid, only the Tk1,000, Tk50 and Tk20 notes will be released. The press release, signed by Mahua Mohsin, director of Bangladesh Bank’s Department of Publications...

Bank of Abkhazia issuing New 50 apasras banknote with “Dolphin” on 1st of June 2025. The main part of the circulation of banknotes is designated by the AA series, the replacement banknotes are designated by the AB series. The main colors of the banknote are blue and light green. Size: 150 x 65 мм Front side. The basis of the artistic composition of the front side of the banknote is...

The National Bank of Kazakhstan will issue a jubilee banknote of 1,000 tenge, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory, from May 9, 2025. The circulation of the banknote is limited and will amount to 5 million copies. May 9 is a significant date for the entire world. Kazakhstan made a significant contribution to the Victory. About 1.2 million people were mobilized from the republic, approximately 20% of...

Papua New Guinea issued New 50 kina to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Papua New Guinea’s Independence and the 50th Anniversary of their national currency.Prime Minister James Marape and Elizabeth Genia, Governor of the Bank of Papua New Guinea, announced it  on April 28, 2025.Two commemorative designs: A 50 Kina polymer banknote and a 50 Toea coin, both of which will enter circulation in August ahead of Independence Day which...

Thailand Commemorative Banknote on the Occasion of the 150th Anniversary of the Founding of the Ministry of Finance Commemorative banknotes printed on the auspicious occasion of the 150th celebration of the establishment of the Ministry of Finance, are of 100-Baht denomination. They are identical in characteristics and size to 100 Baht banknotes, 17th Series. The difference lies in the middle of the lower edge of the front of the note...

The Bank of Cabo Verde will put into circulation the new 1,000 and 2,000 escudo notes, whose denominations remain aligned with the characteristics of the 2014 family of notes. The new 1,000 and 2,000 escudo notes, which will continue to highlight Cape Verde's traditional musical genres, Funaná and Morna, are the result of the Bank of Cape Verde's decision to reinforce the stock of the 2014 family of notes in...

Falklands notes were last printed in the 1980s and a shortage of £5 notes spurred a public consultation on the design of new notes last year.Native plants and animals was the favourite topic returned and manufacturer De La Rue tasked with turning the theme into a reality. A working group made up of locals was also involved in the process.The new notes, which will be entered into circulation this Falklands...

On 23 January 2025, the Central Bank of Belize unveiled this new family of notes which tells unique stories of Belize’s rich heritage and incorporates enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting. The new designs honor recipients of the Order of National Hero, George Cadle Price, the first prime minister of Belize, and Philip Goldson, a member of the Belize House of Representatives for Albert. These notes are scheduled for introduction...

On 5 March 2025, the Bank of Namibia unveiled new 60-dollar polymer notes to commemorate Dr. Hage Gottfried Geingob, who devoted 60 years of his life to “service and steadfast dedication to Namibia’s democracy, economic progress, and social inclusion,” culminating in his serving as the 3rd president of Nambia (21 March 2015 – 4 February 2024). 2,000,000 notes were printed by Oumolat Security Printing in Abu Dhabi under subcontract by...