To meet the demand for fresh notes during Eid ul Fitr 2026, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has explained the official procedure for getting new currency notes.
How to get new currency notes for Eid ul Fitr in Pakistan?
According to the officials the purpose of this step is to make it easier for citizens to get new notes.
It is also expected to stop the illegal sale of fresh notes and extra charges in the open market.
How to get new notes
The central bank said people can get bundles of new notes by following these steps.
SMS registration
Type your 13 digit CNIC number on your mobile phone. Leave a space and write the code of your nearest bank branch. Send this message to 8877.
Confirmation code
You will receive a reply SMS. It will contain a unique transaction code and the address of the bank branch.
Collection of fresh notes
Visit the mentioned bank branch with your original CNIC and a photocopy. After verification you will receive the new notes.
The central bank has clearly said that no extra fee is charged for this service.
However, many people still go to the open market. This happens when the bank quota finishes or when people want the notes quickly. In the open market sellers charge higher prices.
A bundle of Rs10 notes worth Rs1,000 is being sold for about Rs1,200 to Rs1,300. A bundle of Rs50 notes worth Rs5,000 is being sold for Rs5,500 to Rs6,000.
In Pakistan the demand for new Rs20 and Rs50 notes is highest during Eid. Children often receive these notes as Eidi and use them to buy toys and sweets.
Giving eidi to children after the Eid prayer is a long tradition in Pakistan. Many elders give money to children on Eid ul Fitr.
Now, you can follow this easy method if you want to get new currency notes for the occasion.
