As Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 approaches, Pakistanis are preparing for the tradition of giving Eidi, where older relatives and family friends gift cash to children and loved ones. However, obtaining fresh currency notes has often been a challenge for the public.
SBP Releases Rs 27 Billion in Fresh Notes Nationwide
To facilitate the public, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has distributed Rs 27 billion worth of fresh banknotes across 17,000 commercial bank branches throughout the country.
While no special digital system has been introduced this year, citizens can visit their respective banks with their CNICs and obtain fresh currency notes on a first-come, first-served basis.
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How to Obtain New Currency Notes?
- Customers can visit their bank branches and request fresh notes.
- The exchange is done at a one-to-one ratio, meaning customers will receive the same amount of new notes as they provide in old notes.
- No official reservation process is in place, but customers with strong banking relationships may have better chances of receiving fresh notes.
- The distribution starts on March 24, 2025.
SBP Ensures Smooth Distribution
- Cash monitoring teams have been deployed to ensure smooth distribution and prevent misuse.
- ATMs will provide clean and high-quality notes throughout the Eid period.
- Customers are advised to visit their branches early and inform their branch managers in advance.
Conclusion
With Rs 27 billion in fresh currency notes available nationwide, the Eid tradition of Eidi will be easier and more secure for customers this year. For more details, customers should contact their respective banks before March 24.
