The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic (BCRD) has officially declared that newly minted RD$1,000.00 banknotes will enter active circulation beginning Tuesday, February 17, 2026. These currency notes, bearing the 2025 date, were produced following an international public tender process initiated in May 2025.
The updated banknotes maintain identical security specifications to the currently circulating RD$1,000.00 notes, ensuring consistency in anti-counterfeiting measures. Importantly, both existing and new versions will retain full legal tender status for settling all public and private financial obligations without distinction.
This monetary issuance operates under the constitutional authority granted by Articles 228, 229, and 230 of the Dominican Republic’s Constitution, supplemented by the provisions outlined in Article 25, paragraphs a) and c) of Monetary and Financial Law No. 183-02.
The BCRD has proactively encouraged public engagement with official information channels regarding these changes. Citizens seeking clarification about the new banknotes or other currency-related matters are advised to consult authoritative resources provided by the Central Bank to ensure smooth transition and verification processes.