UAE issues new polymer Dh100 banknote, in circulation from today

Dubai :The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has launched a new Dh100 banknote. The currency note is made of polymer and features innovative designs and advanced security features.The new banknote will be circulated with the existing Dh100 note starting today, March 24. All banks and exchange houses have been instructed to programme their cash deposit machines and counting devices to ensure seamless acceptance of the new notes alongside existing paper and polymer ones, the value of which is guaranteed by law.
The new banknote’s design is distinctive, employing various shades of red. The CBUAE maintained the colour characteristics of the current denomination. Furthermore, the design incorporates the UAE nation brand, with drawings and inscriptions created using advanced printing techniques.The front of the new banknote features the Um Al Quwain National Fort, a national attraction that bridges the past with the present. The reverse side features the Port of Fujairah, one of the country’s largest ports and a major shipping and maritime transport centre.It also features the Etihad Rail, a railway network that connects the seven emirates and extends to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The Etihad Rail plays a pivotal role in strengthening social ties and supporting sustainable economic development through its integrated infrastructure and logistics.