The Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan has announced that three denominations of New Generation Ngultrum banknotes will begin circulating from 1 January 2026, comprising Nu 100, Nu 500 and Nu 1,000 notes printed on a polymer substrate. Previously issued Ngultrum banknotes will remain legal tender and will co-circulate with the new series until further notice. The new banknotes will be distributed to the public through commercial banks nationwide.
Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan to introduce polymer New Generation Ngultrum Nu 100, Nu 500 and Nu 1,000 banknotes from 1 January 2026
The Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan will introduce three denominations of New Generation Ngultrum banknotes on 1 January 2026, featuring Nu 100, Nu 500, and Nu 1,000 notes on a polymer substrate. Existing Ngultrum banknotes will continue as legal tender alongside the new series. Distribution will occur via commercial banks nationwide.