The Central Bank of Egypt has stated that it has not stopped printing EGP 10 and EGP 20 polymer banknotes, responding to a social media image showing a recently printed EGP 10 note. The CBE confirmed that both paper and polymer versions of the EGP 10 and EGP 20 banknotes remain valid for circulation, with no changes to their status.
Central Bank of Egypt 2025-04-22
Central Bank of Egypt confirms EGP 10 and 20 polymer banknote printing continues and all paper and polymer notes remain valid
The Central Bank of Egypt clarified that it continues to print EGP 10 and EGP 20 polymer banknotes, countering social media claims. Both paper and polymer versions of these banknotes remain valid for circulation.