Pdoggg Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has issued new 20-baht banknotes, made of polymer rather than paper, for distribution from March 24th. BOT Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput, explained that they chose to issue the polymer notes for the 20-baht denomination first because they are the most frequently used and wear out faster than notes of other denominations. The polymer notes are more durable and stay cleaner than paper ones. The polymer notes are produced from a special kind of plastic which does not absorb humidity or dirt. They are environment friendly and will reduce the need to reprint replacements for worn-out notes, said the governor. Polymer notes are in circulation in numerous countries, such as Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. The 20-baht polymer notes are similar to the paper type, but they have a transparent window and the number 20 is embossed. Members of the public will be able to exchange their paper notes for the new polymer version at all commercial banks and financial institutions from March 24th. https://www.thaipbsworld.com/new-20-baht-polymer-banknotes-to-enter-circulation-on-march-24/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quietguy Posted January 22, 2022 Share Posted January 22, 2022 The Bank of England has recently issued new polymer £50 and £20 notes. I haven't tried to change any here yet. Last time they changed £50 notes about 10 years ago iirc I had brought over all my money in the new £50 notes. The exchange booths in Jomtien did not recognise them and refused to accept them. I went to a bank and they didn't recognise them either. But they did phone their Bangkok HQ who said they were legit. The exchange booths started accepting them a couple of days later. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSumGai Posted January 23, 2022 Share Posted January 23, 2022 That's Thailand for ya, always right on TOP of things :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pdoggg Posted April 22, 2022 Author Share Posted April 22, 2022 The new 20 baht notes have a clear plastic hole. If you peek through you can see a girltool if your ladyboy du jour whips it out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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