Starting from September 1, 2007, only the new – issued after 2006 – 1000 forint (HUF) banknotes will be accepted as legal tender. The new banknotes have two security features on the front: a copper-colored metallic stripe with holographic effects and an iridescent print.
After August 31, 2007 the withdrawn old banknotes can be exchanged only at commercial banks, the Hungarian Central Bank (
Magyar Nemzeti Bank – MNB), savings co-operatives (
takarékszövetkezetek), and post offices.
Source:
Pressroom of the Central Bank (MNB Pressroom)
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Magyar Nemzeti Bank will
withdraw from circulation HUF 1 and 2 coins on March 1, 2008.
After February 29, 2008, HUF 1 and 2 coins will not be accepted, and consequently,
retailers will round invoice totals, but not the individual items,
of all cash payments.
Currency & Exchange
Hungary’s national currency is the
Hungarian Forint (
HUF). While some Hungarian businesses may accept payment in
Euro (€),
travelers should exchange money to the local currency (HUF) before paying with cash for goods or services.
