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New currency: The Algerian Dinar

We have added a new currency to our list, the Algerian Dinar.

In Eurochange we are introducing new currencies constantly, today we want to present the one we added to our list a few weeks ago, it is the DZD, the Algerian dinar. As you well know, in EUROCHANGE you can change from DZD to Euro or from Euro to DZD.

 

The dinar (Arabic: دينار جزائري dinar jaza'iri, or دينار dinar; french dinar algérien) is the official currency of Algeria since April 1, 1964, when it replaced the Algerian franc. Its ISO 4217 code is DZD and its abbreviation is DA. Its name derives from the Roman denarius. The coin is divided into 100 cents. Both their import and export are totally prohibited. It is a non-convertible currency, this means that it is not listed on the stock exchange and the price depends on the Algerian monetary authorities who are the ones who set its equivalent against the other currencies.

  • COINS

At the time of its creation, a series of coins of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents, and a dinar, were put into circulation, being reflected in both Arabic and French. Due to the economic problems of the country, the cents were discarded although the prices are still reflected. And the 1 and 2 dinar coins almost stopped being used. The coins that circulate most frequently in Algeria are those of 5 dinars or higher. In August 2012, a new 200 dinar bimetallic coin was put into circulation in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of independence.

  • BANK NOTES

The Central Bank of Algeria (the Banque d'Algérie), is in charge of issuing the banknotes and coins of this North African country.The first series of Algerian dinar banknotes was issued in 1964 in denominations of 5, 10, 50 and 100 dinars. A second series appeared in 1970, made up of notes of 5, 10, 50, 100 and 500 dinar notes, in 1992 the fourth series came to light where the 1000 dinar notes were introduced and with the fifth and last series in circulation launched in 2000 dinar banknotes appeared in 2011.The texts on the obverses of the banknotes are written in Arabic, and those on the reverses in French, so that they differ from the old Algerian franc. The denominations of Algerian dinar banknotes in the current 1970 series are: 5, 10, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 and 2000 Algerian dinars.

 

If you are going to travel to Algeria or on the contrary you have left over dinars from a trip, look no further. Eurochange is your exchange house. Come to any office in our network, make a reservation through our website by clicking on EUROCHANGE or call us at the Customer Service Center 615403877 and we will solve your doubts.

 

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The most beautiful banknotes in the world

List of the most beautiful banknotes in the world according to IBNS

Every year, the International Banknote Society IBNS recognizes the most beautiful banknotes in the world. This week we make a compilation of the most beautiful of recent years.
The banknotes of each country are characterized by having historical characters, faula, flora, landscapes or any other distinctive of the nations where they circulate. This search for identity makes the central banks of each country issue increasingly innovative designs each time they issue new series.

 

MEXICAN PESO

The 100-peso bill issued by the Bank of Mexico (Banxico) put into circulation in 2020, is printed on polymer and presents Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, the image on the reverse shows a temperate forest ecosystem that is known worldwide as the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve. The design highlights the historical and cultural characteristics of Mexico. This was the banknote recognized as the most beautiful of the year 2021.do como más bonito del año 2021.

 

 

ARUBA FLORIN

Featuring a beautiful shade of green and an image of an iguana, Aruba's 100 guilder note was voted Banknote of the Year in 2019 by the International Bank Note Society (IBNS). It is part of a new series of banknotes called "Stars of Aruba", which entered circulation in June 2019. It is the first redesign of this currency in 30 years.

 

UGANDAN SHILLINGS

The Bank of Uganda 50,000 shilling note is a previous winner for Banknote of the Year, thanks to its eye-catching design. The bright yellow note features an illustration of the endangered silverback mountain gorilla. The other side features an image of Uganda's Stride Monument and an illustration of the Bwindi Rain Forest, where gorillas live.

 

SAMOA  TALA

Samoa's currency is the Tala, introduced in 1967 after the South Pacific nation gained political independence from New Zealand. Issued by the Central Bank of Samoa, the colorful banknotes represent the diversity and beauty of Samoa's natural environment and culture. The 20 bill includes a waterfall and its national bird, the mamunea, and the national flower, the teuila.

 

CENTRAL PACIFIC FRANCO

Issued by the Institut d'Emission d'Outre Mer (IEOM), the Central Pacific franc is used in the Islands of Tahiti. Its exchange rate with the euro never changes, it is permanently fixed at 100 Pacific francs at 0.838 euros. This 500 CPF note was part of a series of banknotes launched in French Polynesia in 2014 where flora and fauna dominate the colorful design.

 

EGYPTIAN POUND

The Egyptian pound is the currency of the North African country, with notes available in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 pounds. One pound equals 100 piasters. The notes feature images of various religious sites and ancient monuments such as the Sphinx of Giza. They have Arabic text on the front and English on the back.

 

ICELANDIC KROWN

Issued by Seolabanki Íslands, the central bank of Iceland, Icelandic banknotes are available in 10,000, 5,000, 2,000, 1,000 and 500 kroner. The 5,000 ISK banknote design was first put into circulation in 1986 and was the first time a woman had appeared on its banknotes. This banknote features Ragnheiour Jónsdóttir, who was born in 1646 as the rich daughter of a priest. She is shown teaching young women how to embroider. Its design was slightly updated in 2003.

 

NAMIBIAN DOLLAR

The Namibian dollar is pegged to the South African rand, which is also the legal tender in Namibia. Like the rand, Namibian banknotes feature images of the country's wildlife. Their latest series of banknotes are made of polymer and were modified with increased security features in 2015. The orange and red 20 note features a portrait of Dr. Sam Nujoma, founding president of the Republic of Namibia, on the obverse and an illustration of the red hartebeest on the reverse.

 

NEW ZEALAND DOLLAR

There are two series of New Zealand banknotes in circulation, series six and series seven. Each comes in five denominations. The 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 notes are made of polymer instead of paper, which the Reserve Bank began circulating in 1999. The designs feature a variety of respected New Zealanders, the Queen and the native flora.

Remember that at Eurochange we accept all the currencies of the world, if you have any of these bills and you don't know where to change it or you travel to any of these countries, call us and we will be happy to make the change for you.

 

Banknotes of 50 and 20 British Pounds in paper, there is already a date for withdrawal

The Bank of England warns about the date of withdrawal of paper 50 and 20 p

THE BANK OF ENGLAND has issued a major update, reminding Britons that their £20 and £50 notes will soon be obsolete, prompting people to use them while they can.
 

Paper notes are common currency throughout the UK and many people are used to paying with them on a day to day basis. However, in a vital alert, the Bank of England has said that paper notes will be phased out entirely. Since many people still have them in various places around the house, it is important to take action. In a Twitter post, the Bank of England highlighted the matter in the run-up to Christmas. It read: “Last Christmas to spend your £20 paper and £50 bills. Retailers can still accept their £20 and £50 paper notes." However, the central bank also highlighted the date when this would no longer be the case. The old £20 and £50 notes will be officially phased out on 30 September 2022. They will be replaced by polymer alternatives as the last banknotes to be phased out of paper.
The £5 paper notes were the first to be phased out, ceasing to be legal tender in May 2017. The old £10 notes followed closely in March 2018, with replacements gradually entering circulation. The Bank of England has since introduced polymer £20 notes, first issued on February 20, 2020. The new £50 polymer note was first put into circulation on June 23, 2021. The The Bank of England's website has urged action on the £20 and £50 paper notes as they near maturity. It encourages people to spend or deposit them in the bank before the date of September 30, 2022. The reason for phasing out paper notes in the UK is clear and outlined by the central bank. He has explained that the newer banknotes have advanced security features, describing them as "our most secure set of polymer banknotes yet". The new £20 and £50 notes feature two windows and two-colour foil, which should make them very difficult to counterfeit.
However, aside from this, there are additional benefits to the newer polymer notes as well, with the Bank of England adding: “One of the benefits shared by all our polymer notes is that they last longer than paper notes and keep up. in better condition during its useful life. Use. "This note, like the polymer £10 and £20, will have a tactile feature to help visually impaired people identify the denomination."
Although older banknotes will no longer be legal tender, Britons need not panic. This is because the central bank will always accept them and they can be exchanged for legal tender. There are a number of ways that people will be able to deal with their old bills aside from spending them. A local bank branch, if open, should be the best port of call, as it's not likely to bother the Brits. Here, people will usually be able to bring their old bills to the counter to exchange them for the polymer alternatives. Some providers allow people to deposit the old currency into their bank account, which is also convenient. Alternatively, people can also visit the post office to deal with the matter and make the change. However, it is worth noting that once a note has been withdrawn from circulation, a bank or post office has no legal obligation to make an exchange. Finally, for those who are closer to home or wish to travel, the Bank of England can make the switch. It is located on Threadneedle Street, London, where a person can enter to exchange notes. They should be aware that there might be a wait time to get to a desk, depending on how busy it is at the time. Other people can mail their notes to the central bank if this is more appropriate for them.
 

If you are in Spain and you have banknotes out of circulation, you should know that at Eurochange we can make the change for you since we accept exotic currency, from all over the world, currency out of circulation and even deteriorated. Do not hesitate to call us or come to any office in our network and we will be happy to make the change for you.
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Withdrawal of the 1000 Norwegian Krone banknote

Withdrawal of the one thousand Norwegian Krone banknote

In 2017 the Bank of Norway began a process of renewing its banknotes that ends on November 14, 2020 with the withdrawal of the 1000 Norwegian Krone banknote.

 

Note of 1000 Norwegian Kroner that will be withdrawn
Note of 1000 Norwegian Kroner that will be withdrawn

 

 

What banknote will be withdrawn?

The banknote that will no longer be in circulation is the 1000 Norwegian Krone banknote on which the portrait of the Norwegian painter Edward Munch appears. This banknote belongs to series 7 and is the last one of this series that was still in circulation. Thus, from November 14, the only Norwegian Krone banknotes in circulation will be the ones of series 8.

 

How do I exchange my old Norwegian Kroner banknotes into Euros?

Old Norwegian Kroner banknotes can only be exchanged at the Central Bank of Norway. Once removed, they can no longer be exchanged anywhere outside the country.

That is why we notify you before the end of the withdrawal period for the 1000 Norwegian Krone note, so that you can go to your nearest office to exchange them for Euros.

Although the official withdrawal deadline is November 14, keep in mind that at the Eurochange offices we may stop accepting them a few days before. To date we do not have a confirmed date, so we recommend you to check your Norwegian Kroner banknotes and make the exchange as soon as possible.

 

What do I do if I have other older Norwegian Kroner banknotes?

As we told you above, banknotes that are out of circulation cannot be exchanged anywhere else than the Central Bank of Norway. Some of them can be exchanged for free and the older ones are exchanged for a fee of 250 Kroner (about 22 Euros).

 

You can check if your Norwegian Kroner banknotes are valid on our website. Or if you prefer, you can go to your nearest currency exchange office and there we will check your banknotes.

New currencies: JOD, TWD and UYU

New currencies: Jordanian Dinar, Taiwanese Dollar and Uruguayan Peso

Since last week we have three new currencies available in Eurochange: The Jordanian Dinar, the Taiwan Dollar and the Uruguayan Peso. They all can be changed into Euros or you will be able to buy them with the best rates.

 

Petra in Jordan

Ruins of the city of Petra in Jordan

 

Jordanian Dinar (JOD)

The Jordanian Dinar is the official currency of Jordan. Jordan has become one of the most demanded Arab destinations for its mix of culture and history and for being one of the most open and modern Middle Eastern countries.

Among its tourist charms is the capital, Amman, with its Citadel, its Roman Theater and the ruins of the Temple of Hercules and, more current, the souks, mosques and museums. Outside of Amman the ruins of Petra are the most visited place with about 1 million visits a year. The Dead Sea and the Wadi Rum desert are other places that the traveler should visit.

More information about traveling to Jordan: Jordan Tourism Website.

 

Taipei in Taiwan

View of Taipei in Taiwan

 

Taiwan Dollar (TWD)

The Taiwan Dollar is the currency you will need to travel to Taiwan. Taiwan is a destination in Southeast Asia that is often ruled out as a holiday destination because its neighbors to China, Japan, Vietnam or Thailand are often the preferred options. But it is a country that surprises visitors who, more and more, are encouraged to visit it.

In the capital you will find essential places such as the National Palace Museum or the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall without overlooking the Taipei 101, the tallest building and emblem of the city. Outside the capital the charms do not disappear. Large cities are mixed with Natural Parks such as the Taroko and with beaches where you can dive, surf and other water sports or just lie in the sun and enjoy the sunset.

More information about traveling to Tawian: Taiwan Tourism Website.

 

Punta Diablo in Uruguay

Beach in Punta Diablo, Uruguay

 

Uruguayan Peso (UYU)

The Uruguayan Peso is the official currency and, therefore, you will need to change your Euros to Uruguayan Peso if you are traveling to this country. As in the case of Taiwan, it is possible that Uruguay is a less demanded destination because it is located between Argentina and Brazil, two large tourist receivers. However, it’s a good option to visit, not so crowded and with very good options for the traveler.

In Montevideo you can enjoy one of the largest cities in Latin America full of life and history. With emblematic buildings and vestiges of the settlers, surrounded by beaches and very close to the Río de la Plata that borders Argentina. And, if you are looking for nature and beaches, you can get lost in the Santa Teresa or Cabo Polonio National Parks.

More information about traveling to Uruguay: Uruguay Tourism Website.

 

If you need any of these three currencies, you can place your order right now on our website or you can approach your office with the nearest currency sales service to place your order.

New 20 Pound polymer banknote

This is the new 20 Sterling Pound note

As we already told you about the 5 Pound note and the 10 Pound note, the Bank of England is in the process of renovating the Pound Sterling and they are replacing paper banknotes with polymer (plastic) ones.

New polymer 20 Pound note

On February 20 the new 20 Pound Sterling polymer banknote will be in circulation.

What will the new 20 Pound note look like?

In this new note the image of Queen Elizabeth II remains on the obverse, but on the reverse the character is renewed. Adam Smith present on the cotton paper note will be replaced by the painter William Turner, famous landscape designer of the 18th and 19th centuries who stood out in oil painting as well as in watercolor.

In addition, this new note will incorporate security measures similar to those that already have the 5 and 10 Pound notes as the see through window, the hologram with changing text or the 3D silver printing of the Crown.

How long will the 20 Pound paper notes be valid?

For now, the 20 Pound paper banknotes will remain valid until further notice and can be used interchangeably with those made of polymer.

We will notify you in our blog when the withdrawal will occur so you can change them before they stop being in circulation.

New banknotes in circulation: MXN, AUD y NOK

There are new banknotes in circulation.

In recent months several new banknotes have been put into circulation. We tell you how they are, what currencies and where you can find more information.

 

New note of 200 Mexican Pesos

In September 2019, the Central Bank of Mexico has started issuing a new 200 Mexican Pesos note. This new note has a different design from the previous one in which the historical legacy and the natural wealth of the country are reflected.

At the moment, several series of banknotes coexist and the Central Bank of Mexico will renew the ones that have still been issued from the G series: those of 20, 50, 100 and 1,000 Pesos.

More information about the currency of Mexico, its history and the characters that appear in it.

 

New 20 Australian Dollar note

In 2016, the Reserve Bank of Australia began issuing a new series of banknotes. The first notes that were renewed were those of 5, 10 and 50 Australian Dollars. In October 2019, the new 20 Australian Dollar note came into circulation. In this way, only the new 100 Australian Dollar note remains to be launched, which is scheduled to be launched in 2020.

At the moment all Australian Dollar notes of the old and new series are valid and can be used interchangeably.

More information about the history, design and other information of interest about the currency of Australia.

 

New 1,000 Norwegian Krone note

In November 2019, the Central Bank of Norway has put into circulation the last note that was still to be updated, the new note of 1,000 Norwegian Krone. With this note, the process of renewal of the Norwegian Krone that began in 2017 ends.

The old notes of 1,000 Norwegian Krone will remain valid until their withdrawal in November 2020. The other denominations of the old series have already been withdrawn, so they have no legal validity.

More information about the currency of Norway, its notes and the history of this currency.

 

How to change banknotes out of circulation?

Banknotes out of circulation of any currency can only be exchanged at the issuing bank, which is usually the Central Bank of the country.

Sometimes there are deadlines to change old bills and, although it is not usual, some charge a small fee for making the change.

It is best that you look for the information on the website of the country's Central Bank.

New 100 Hong Kong Dollar notes

New banknotes of Hong Kong Dollar

The Hong Kong Monetary Authorities are in the process of issuing a new family of Hong Kong Dollar notes, the 2018 series. The first banknote issued in this new series was the 500 Hong Kong Dollar banknote, then it was the turn of the 1000 Dollar note and the last one issued is that of 100 Hong Kong Dollars.

 

New 100, 500 and 1000 Hong Kong Dollar Notes
New 100, 500 and 1000 Hong Kong Dollar Notes

 

Design of the new 100 HKD note

For this new issue, the different issuing banks of the Hong Kong Dollar have agreed to standardize the design and make banknotes more easily recognizable. In addition, the reverse side of the banknotes has a vertical orientation instead of the traditional horizontal orientation.

The theme of the 100 Hong Kong Dollar note is its cultural legacy that is expressed with several representations of the Cantonese opera on the reverse of the notes. The same designs are maintained on the obverse as on the other banknotes in the series: the Bank of China Tower, the Standard Chartered Bank Tower and the HSBC emblem lion.

These new banknotes will be in circulation with the previous series until further notice by the Monetary Authorities of Hong Kong.

 

Do you need to buy Hong Kong Dollars?

Place your order today at the best price on our website.

Buy Hong Kong Dollars with the best price

 

New Currency: The Korean Won

Now you can buy and sell Sout Korean Won at Eurochange

For a few days at Eurochange we have a new currency on our list: The Korean Won.

View of Seoul, capital of South Korea
View of Seoul, capital of South Korea

Buy Korean Won

The South Korean Won is the official currency of South Korea. It is popularly known by the name of Korean Won, but not to be confused with the North Korean Won, since they are not the same currency.

Now in Eurochange you can change Euros to Korean Won to travel to South Korea. And if you have left over money you can also make the change from Korean Won to Euro in any of our offices. Contact us and we will give you all the options available to make your change with the best price, without commissions and in the simplest way.

Check on our website the daily rate of the South Korean Won as well as the appearance of the banknotes in circulation.

 

Travel to South Korea

South Korea's main tourist destination is its capital, Seoul. But there are more and more places that attract the attention of tourists like Busan, Jeju, Inchon or Daegu. In addition, its natural spaces and beaches are popular, some of them urban and others more solitary and virgin.

Buy Korean Won online with the best rate

 

New currency: The Dominican Peso

Buy and sell Dominican Pesos at Eurochange

As of today we have a new currency available in Eurochange: The Dominican Peso.

 

Punta Cana in Dominican Republic
Punta Cana in Dominican Republic

Buy Dominican Pesos

The Dominican Peso is the official currency of the Dominican Republic. For your trips to this destination you will need to change Euros to Dominican Pesos. In Eurochange you can make your change with the best price and without commissions. Come to your nearest office or make your purchase on our website and receive your order at home.

In addition, if you have left over money from the trip, on your return you can change Dominican Pesos to Euros in any of our offices, with no minimums, no maximum amount and no commissions.

On our website you can see how the Dominican Peso banknotes are so you can familiarize yourself with them before your trip.

 

Travel to Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic is one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean. Punta Cana, Santo Domingo, Bavaro Beach, La Romana or Santiago de los Caballeros are just some of the places where thousands of tourists decide to spend their vacations, honeymoon trips, study trips,…

With its offer of beaches, adventure tourism, natural spaces and fun are the perfect option to travel with friends, as a couple or as a family.

 

Carry Euros, Dollars or Dominican Pesos?

It is the most frequently asked question we usually ask when traveling to destinations in the Caribbean or South America.

And our answer is the same: as long as you can take local currency, the better. In the more tourist destinations they will accept payments by Euros or Dollars, but the change that they will apply will be the one they want. For example, something that costs 200 Pesos (just over 2.50 Euros) can be charged at 3-4 dollars. And if you carry Euros, they will charge you the same, 3-4 Euros.

With which the worst option of all would be to bring Euros to pay. The intermediate would be to carry Dollars, but the best option is to carry Pesos and make payments in the local currency. In addition, making the change in Spain will ensure the change you are going to pay and you can have the most controlled forecast of expenses. Since if you decide to change it there, you will have to find where to make the change, that you do not charge commissions and waste your vacation time in making the transaction. So our advice is that you change the Euros that you want to take to Dominican Pesos here and that you forget to make the change during your vacations.

Buy Dominican Peso online

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New 100 Swiss Francs (CHF) banknote

New note of 100 Swiss Francs in circulation

As we advanced a few months ago, the Central Bank of Switzerland is in the process of renewing Swiss Franc (CHF) banknotes in circulation.

On September 12, the new 100 Swiss Franc notes, which are the last denomination to be renewed, were released.

New 100 Swiss Francs banknote

The 100 Swiss Franc note maintains the color blue as in the previous series, but incorporates a renewed design. The key motif of the note is the Swiss humanitarian tradition expressed with water and represented with joined hands holding water and with the layout of the network of waterways and rivers in the country.

On the back of the note there is an irrigation canal next to the walls of a mountain with which water from the thaw is supplied to the fields located on lower ground.

 

With this last note of the ninth series, currently the 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 1,000 Swiss Francs of both the ninth and eighth series coexist in circulation.

Until further notice all notes will be valid.

Buy Swiss Francs online in Spain

If you need to change from Euro to Swiss Franc or on the contrary, change from Swiss Franc to Euro, in Eurochange you can make your change with the best rate, without minimums or commissions.

Withdrawal of 50 and 500 NOK notes

Withdrawn Norwegian Krone banknotes

One year ago by this time we announced the arrival of the new 50 and 500 Norwegian Krone banknotes. To date, new and old banknotes of these denominations have been in circulation, but the official withdrawal date is already planned.

Withdrawn notes of 50 and 500 Norwegian Kroner

The official date of withdrawal of the notes is next October 18. However, we cannot accept them in our offices since last September 19.

Where to change the old Norwegian Krone tickets?

As of the withdrawal date, the only place where you can change out of circulation notes is at the Central Bank of Norway. There they can be exchanged without charge for the new versions of the two denominations.

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