New Banknotes 2026: Complete List of World Currency Releases
Follow the newest banknotes issued or officially announced around the world in 2026, including circulation notes, polymer series, commemorative releases, updated varieties and major redesign programmes.
Quick answer: New banknotes connected to 2026 include Bangladesh's redesigned 10 taka, the Czech Republic's Vilém Pospíšil 100 koruna collector note, Honduras's Berta Cáceres 200 lempiras, Iran's 5 million rial cheque, Ukraine's modified 100 hryvnia and polymer or redesigned series released or announced by Bhutan, Fiji, Oman, the Cayman Islands and other issuing authorities.
Every year, central banks quietly reveal how a country wants to be seen. Sometimes the result is elegant, modern and packed with clever security features. Sometimes it looks as if a government committee, a patriotic painter and a security printer were locked in a room with too much coffee. Either way, collectors get something fascinating.
Bangladesh 10 Taka: architecture meets revolutionary street art
Honduras 200 Lempiras: Berta Cáceres enters national currency
Fiji: a complete five-note polymer family
Latest New Banknotes 2026
This tracker separates confirmed releases from announcements and future programmes. Dates and status refer to the specific note or series described, not simply to the publication date of the GlobeNote article.
| Country | Denomination | Issuer | Material | Release / update | Status | Collector guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russia | 100 Rubles | Bank of Russia | Paper | 10 July 2026 | Released | Russia’s New 100 Ruble Note: Why the Map Change Matters |
| Abkhazia | — | — | — | 14 June 2026 | Announced | Abkhazia 200 Apsars 2026: Nestor Lakoba Collector Banknote and the Kiaraz Horseman |
| Multiple countries | New varieties and signatures | Multiple central banks | Paper and polymer | June 2026 update | Documented | New World Banknote Variants June 2026: Complete Collector Guide |
| Bangladesh | 10 Taka | Bangladesh Bank | Cotton paper | 3 February 2026 | Released | New Bangladesh 10 Taka 2026: Revolution Design Revealed |
| Iran | 5 Million Rial Cheque | Central Bank of Iran | Paper | February 2026 | Released | Iran 5 Million Rial Cheque 2026: Design, Value and Hyperinflation |
| Czech Republic | 100 Koruna | Czech National Bank | Cotton paper | 21 January 2026 | Collector issue | New Czech 100 Koruna 2026: Complete Pospíšil Guide |
| Honduras | 200 Lempiras | Banco Central de Honduras | Cotton paper | 20 January 2026 | Released | Honduras 200 Lempiras Note 2026: Berta Cáceres Design & Value |
| Comoros | 5,000 and 10,000 Francs | Banque Centrale des Comores | Paper | 5 January 2026 | Released | Comoros New 5000 & 10000 Francs 2026: Collector’s Guide |
| Bhutan | 100, 500 and 1000 Ngultrum | Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan | Polymer | 2 January 2026 | Released | Bhutan New Polymer 100, 500 & 1000 Ngultrum 2026 Guide |
| Fiji | 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 Dollars | Reserve Bank of Fiji | Polymer | 2 January 2026 | Released | Fiji New Polymer Banknotes 2026: Complete Guide + Investment Tips |
| Poland | Gdynia 100 | Polski Bon Kolekcjonerski | Cotton paper | 2026 centenary issue | Collector issue | New Polish Commemorative Note Marks 100 Years of Gdynia’s City Rights |
| Ukraine | 100 Hryvnia | National Bank of Ukraine | Paper | 2026 series update | Released | Ukraine Issues New 100 Hryvnia Note Featuring National Slogan |
| Oman | 1 Rial | Central Bank of Oman | Polymer | 2026 issue | Released | New Oman 1 Rial Polymer 2026 First Polymer Commemorative |
| Cayman Islands | King Charles III Series | Cayman Islands Monetary Authority | Polymer | New-series programme | Announced | Cayman Islands King Charles III: New Banknote Polymer |
| Samoa | 50 and 100 Tala | Central Bank of Samoa | Polymer | Polymer transition | Released | Samoa Completes Polymer New 50 & 100 Tala |
| Turkmenistan | 200 Manat, four designs | Central Bank of Turkmenistan | Polymer | Design programme | Announced | Exclusive Turkmenistan 200 Manat: 4 New Polymer Designs Unveiled |
| Curiosity | — | — | — | 9 December 2025 | Announced | New US Banknote Redesign 2026: Why ATMs Might Reject the New $10 Bill |
Editorial note: “Released” means that the specific note has been reported as issued or placed into circulation. “Announced” means that an issuing authority has presented or scheduled the note, but availability may still vary. Collector-only issues and future redesigns are identified separately to avoid presenting them as ordinary circulating currency.
Featured New Banknotes of 2026
The 2026 banknote season is already shaping up like a global design contest with legal tender attached. These are some of the releases collectors should watch first.
Russia’s New 100 Ruble Note: Why the Map Change Matters
Maps printed on banknotes are rarely just background decoration. On 10 July 2026, the Bank of Russia placed a modified 100-ruble banknote into circulation. At first glance, it…
Read the collector guideNew Bangladesh 10 Taka 2026: Revolution Design Revealed
Bangladesh released its redesigned 10 Taka banknote on 3 February 2026. The front shows Baitul Mukarram National Mosque in Dhaka, while the reverse features artwork identified as “Graffiti-2024”,…
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Iran 5 Million Rial Cheque 2026: Design, Value and Hyperinflation
Explore Iran's 5 million rial cheque issued in 2026, including its design, security features, value, redenomination and collector significance.
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New Czech 100 Koruna 2026: Complete Pospíšil Guide
Czech Commemorative Series • Central Banking Centenary On January 21, 2026, the Czech National Bank (Česká národní banka, ČNB) released the third and final commemorative 100 koruna banknote…
Read the collector guideHonduras 200 Lempiras Note 2026: Berta Cáceres Design & Value
Discover the Honduras 200 Lempiras 2026 note featuring Berta Cáceres, its design, release status, security features, value and collector appeal.
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Comoros New 5000 & 10000 Francs 2026: Collector’s Guide
Discover the new Comoros 5,000 and 10,000 francs banknotes introduced in 2026, with designs, security features, catalogue references and collector details.
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Bhutan New Polymer 100, 500 & 1000 Ngultrum 2026 Guide
On 2 January 2026, the Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan introduced three new polymer banknotes (100, 500 and 1,000 ngultrum) commemorating the 70th Birth Anniversary of the Fourth…
Read the collector guideFiji New Polymer Banknotes 2026: Complete Guide + Investment Tips
FIJI 2026 CURRENCY REVOLUTION Fiji Goes Full Polymer: Complete Banknote Family Launches January 2, 2026 On January 2, 2026, Fiji completes its transformation into a fully polymer currency…
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Ukraine Issues New 100 Hryvnia Note Featuring National Slogan
Ukraine adds the Glory to Ukraine slogan to the 100 hryvnia banknote, completing an important modified circulation series for collectors.
Read the collector guideNew Oman 1 Rial Polymer 2026 First Polymer Commemorative
OMAN 2026 COMMEMORATIVE POLYMER ISSUE Oman’s First Polymer 1 Rial: Botanical Gardens, Duqm, and a New Era On 11 January 2026, the Central Bank of Oman (CBO) issues…
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Cayman Islands King Charles III: New Banknote Polymer
Current Status Have the Cayman Islands King Charles III Banknotes Been Released? No. The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority has confirmed the redesign programme and the move to polymer,…
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Exclusive Turkmenistan 200 Manat: 4 New Polymer Designs Unveiled
With Turkmenistan 200 Manat, the small asian country Marks 30 Years of Neutrality with New 200 Manat Polymer Note On December 1, 2025, the Central Bank of Turkmenistan…
Read the collector guideNew Polymer Banknotes 2026
Polymer banknotes are no longer a futuristic experiment. They are becoming the main road, while traditional paper increasingly looks like the scenic route with potholes. In 2026, several countries are either introducing new polymer notes, completing polymer transitions or preparing major redesigns built around durability, transparent windows, tactile features and stronger security.
Bhutan: Royal Commemoration on Polymer
Bhutan’s polymer release celebrates royal legacy while introducing a modern and durable substrate for collectors of Asian banknotes.
Explore Bhutan Polymer NotesFiji: A Full Polymer Currency Family
Fiji’s 2026 release covers several denominations, creating a natural set for collectors of Pacific banknotes and modern polymer design.
Explore Fiji Polymer NotesOman: First Polymer 1 Rial Commemorative
Oman’s polymer commemorative is a compact but important issue for collectors interested in firsts, national milestones and modern security features.
Explore Oman Polymer NoteCayman Islands: King Charles III and Polymer Transition
A new generation of Cayman Islands notes combines royal succession, public design interest and a move toward polymer currency.
Explore Cayman Islands NotesCommemorative and Special Banknotes to Watch in 2026
Commemorative banknotes are where central banks briefly stop being accountants and become storytellers. These issues celebrate anniversaries, national milestones, cultural identity, sport, political change or major public figures.
Honduras 200 Lempiras 2026
A major release for Latin American banknote collectors, with a strong historical and social identity.
Read moreOman 1 Rial Polymer
A first-of-its-kind commemorative polymer issue for Oman, combining modern material with national themes.
Read moreBhutan 2026 Polymer Notes
A royal anniversary issue with strong appeal for collectors of monarchy, Asia and polymer banknotes.
Read moreCzech 100 Koruna 2026
A 20,000-piece collector release completing the Czech National Bank's three-note series on the creation of the Czechoslovak currency.
Read moreGdynia 100 Collector Note
A non-circulating collector note marking 100 years of Gdynia's city rights and its maritime identity.
Read moreBanknote Redesigns Planned Beyond 2026
Not every banknote discussed during 2026 is already circulating. This section keeps long-term redesign programmes separate from confirmed releases, so collectors and search engines are not given a calendar wearing a fake moustache.
Next US Banknote Redesign
The United States is preparing a multi-denomination redesign programme involving security, accessibility and machine-acceptance requirements. Dates should be treated as programme targets until the relevant authorities confirm issuance.
Read the US redesign guide
Future New-Rial Banknotes
Iran has approved the removal of four zeros, but a complete family denominated solely in the new rial had not entered general circulation as of June 2026.
Read the redenomination guideBosnia New Banknotes 2028
Bosnia and Herzegovina's future banknote programme belongs to the 2028 timetable, not the list of notes already released in 2026.
Read the Bosnia guideLatest GlobeNote New Banknote Articles
This section updates automatically when a GlobeNote article is added to the New Banknotes 2026 tracker. Images are taken from the WordPress featured image, an attached image or the first usable image found inside the article.
Russia’s New 100 Ruble Note: Why the Map Change Matters
Maps printed on banknotes are rarely just background decoration. On 10 July 2026, the Bank of Russia placed a modified 100-ruble banknote into circulation. At first glance, it…
Read the collector guide
Abkhazia 200 Apsars 2026: Nestor Lakoba Collector Banknote and the Kiaraz Horseman
Abkhazia’s 2026 200 apsars collector note honours Nestor Lakoba and includes the Kiaraz horseman, homestead and reported mintage discrepancy.
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New World Banknote Variants June 2026: Complete Collector Guide
Complete guide to the June 2026 world banknote variants, with every listed country, banknote reference, change type and all available front/reverse images.
Read the collector guideNew Bangladesh 10 Taka 2026: Revolution Design Revealed
Bangladesh released its redesigned 10 Taka banknote on 3 February 2026. The front shows Baitul Mukarram National Mosque in Dhaka, while the reverse features artwork identified as “Graffiti-2024”,…
Read the collector guideIran 5 Million Rial Cheque 2026: Design, Value and Hyperinflation
Explore Iran's 5 million rial cheque issued in 2026, including its design, security features, value, redenomination and collector significance.
Read the collector guideNew Czech 100 Koruna 2026: Complete Pospíšil Guide
Czech Commemorative Series • Central Banking Centenary On January 21, 2026, the Czech National Bank (Česká národní banka, ČNB) released the third and final commemorative 100 koruna banknote…
Read the collector guideHonduras 200 Lempiras Note 2026: Berta Cáceres Design & Value
Discover the Honduras 200 Lempiras 2026 note featuring Berta Cáceres, its design, release status, security features, value and collector appeal.
Read the collector guideComoros New 5000 & 10000 Francs 2026: Collector’s Guide
Discover the new Comoros 5,000 and 10,000 francs banknotes introduced in 2026, with designs, security features, catalogue references and collector details.
Read the collector guideBhutan New Polymer 100, 500 & 1000 Ngultrum 2026 Guide
On 2 January 2026, the Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan introduced three new polymer banknotes (100, 500 and 1,000 ngultrum) commemorating the 70th Birth Anniversary of the Fourth…
Read the collector guideWhy Collect New Banknotes?
Affordable Entry Point
New banknotes are often available in crisp UNC condition before prices are distorted by scarcity, hype or marketplace gymnastics.
First-Year Collector Appeal
First-year issues mark the beginning of a new design, signature, substrate, denomination or political era.
Modern Design and Security
Polymer substrates, transparent windows, tactile marks, UV details and advanced threads show where currency is heading.
News, History and Collecting
New notes often connect with anniversaries, inflation, independence, monarchy, sport, redesigns or central bank reforms.
Shop Modern World Banknotes
While new 2026 issues become available, explore modern world banknotes, UNC notes, polymer releases and collectible paper money from the GlobeNote catalogue.
How GlobeNote Verifies New Banknotes
GlobeNote checks issuing-authority announcements, central-bank publications and specialist banknote references before assigning a release status. When circulation or release information is incomplete, the entry remains marked as announced, planned or awaiting confirmation instead of being presented as settled fact.
Primary Evidence
Central-bank announcements, official gazettes, currency departments, security printers and documented public release notices receive priority.
Collector Documentation
Dimensions, substrate, signatures, catalog references, security features and circulation status are cross-checked in the linked collector guides.
Update policy: this page is updated automatically as tracked GlobeNote articles are published or revised. Latest tracked update: 12 August 2026.
New Banknotes 2026 FAQ
What are the new banknotes issued in 2026?
Confirmed 2026 releases covered by GlobeNote include Bangladesh's 10 taka, the Czech Vilém Pospíšil 100 koruna collector note, Honduras's 200 lempiras, Iran's 5 million rial cheque and Ukraine's modified 100 hryvnia. Other polymer series and redesigns remain listed as announced or planned until their release status is confirmed.
What is the difference between released, announced and planned?
Released means the specific note has been reported as issued or placed into circulation. Announced means the issuing authority has presented or scheduled it. Planned refers to a longer-term redesign programme whose final issue date or design may still change.
Are all banknotes on this page circulating legal tender?
No. The tracker clearly identifies circulation notes, collector issues and future redesign programmes. A collector note may carry a legal face value without being intended for ordinary daily circulation.
Are new banknotes collectible?
Yes. New banknotes are popular among collectors because they are often available in UNC condition, easy to document and connected to current monetary history.
Why are polymer banknotes important?
Polymer banknotes are durable, modern and often include advanced security features such as transparent windows, tactile marks and more complex anti-counterfeiting elements.
What does UNC mean?
UNC means uncirculated. It describes a banknote that has not been used in everyday circulation and usually retains its original crisp condition.
Where can I buy collectible world banknotes?
You can explore authentic collectible world banknotes in the GlobeNote shop, including modern issues, UNC notes, polymer banknotes and historical paper money.
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