Future banknotes
After 20 years, it’s time to review the look of our banknotes to make them more relatable to Europeans of all ages and backgrounds.
The first euro banknotes were introduced on 1 January 2002. Now, more than 20 years later, we are preparing for a new series of banknotes. Both the public and experts are actively participating in the process. The final decision on the theme and designs will be made by the ECB’s Governing Council, with the launch date of the new series to be decided at a later stage.
Design contest for future euro banknotes
We launched a design contest for future euro banknotes, open to all graphic designers residing in the European Union. The application phase has passed and designers have been invited to join the design phase. Selected participants have until the end of April 2026 to submit their design proposals.
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The redesign process
In December 2021, we announced plans to redesign our euro banknotes. Take a look at the different steps in the process and find out how you can contribute before the final decision is taken.
Why do we need new banknotes?
We are developing new banknotes to ensure they remain as secure, efficient and sustainable as possible.
The Eurosystem cash strategyListening to the public
In the summer of 2023 we conducted two surveys on the public’s preferences regarding the seven themes shortlisted by the Governing Council.
Take a look at the reportThe ECB Podcast
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Future euro banknotes, unpacked
Did you know that euro banknotes are getting a makeover? What will future euro banknotes look like, why do we need them, and when can we start using them? Our host Stefania Secola puts these questions to banknote communications expert Sarai Artiles.
Listen to this podcast episodeLOOKING FOR THE LATEST ON THE FUTURE BANKNOTES?