Bank Indonesia Confirms Two-Phase Schedule for 2026 Eid al-Fitr Rupiah Exchange; No Third Period Announced As the anticipation builds for Eid al-Fitr in 2026, many Indonesians are preparing to exchange their old Rupiah banknotes for new ones. Recent social media speculation suggested a potential third period for exchanging currency through Bank Indonesia (BI), but official … Read more
Jakarta, Indonesia – Bank Indonesia (BI) is responding to significant public demand for novel Rupiah banknotes ahead of the Eid al-Fitr holiday by extending the ordering period and increasing quota availability. The move, announced on Sunday, February 22, 2026, aims to ensure sufficient cash circulation during the traditionally high-spending period surrounding Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr. … Read more
As the Islamic holy month of Ramadan approaches, Bank Indonesia (BI) is preparing to facilitate the seasonal demand for new Rupiah banknotes. The annual ‘Semarak Rupiah Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr’ (SERAMBI) program for 2026 is now underway, offering citizens a convenient way to exchange old banknotes for fresh, crisp bills in anticipation of festivities. This … Read more