Fiji’s banknotes will change come the new year as the Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF) launches the new series of banknotes next month with new improved features.
RBF governor Ariff Ali said a review of the banknotes had led to the upcoming new series scheduled to be released next year.
The central bank conducts a banknote review exercise every 10 to 12 years.
The last review was completed in 2012 that resulted in the introduction of the flora and fauna banknote series currently in circulation.
“As stipulated in the Reserve Bank of Fiji Act 1983, the RBF undertakes comprehensive technical and design reviews of Fiji’s currency to ensure national requirements are met in terms of maintaining the quality and the authenticity of currency in circulation,” Mr Ali said.
He said the review continued to reflect Fiji’s national heritage, biodiversity and culture.
“For the upcoming new series, the review has led to new designs on the back of the banknotes and the makeup of a substrate or material that supports greater durability.
“New security features to safeguard against the continued risk of counterfeiting have also been included, and improved features have been added to aid the visually impaired.”
President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu will unveil the new series of banknotes on December 2.
The new banknote series will come into circulation from January 2, 2026.
