Pakistan may soon see a fresh look for its paper money, as preparations for new Pakistani Rupee notes have quietly moved closer to completion.
Officials familiar with the process say the groundwork has already been done, and the final step now depends on approval from the federal cabinet.
Sources indicate that the State Bank of Pakistan has finalized internal planning and technical coordination related to the new currency series.
The redesigned notes are expected to include updated visuals along with stronger security features to help prevent counterfeiting and improve durability. However, printing cannot begin until the government gives its formal go-ahead.
Once approval is granted, the production process itself will take time. Experts involved in currency printing say that preparing plates, testing materials, and running full-scale printing operations could take around two months. Because of this timeline, the new notes are unlikely to appear immediately after approval.
There is also discussion at the policy level about how the rollout will happen. Authorities are weighing whether to introduce the new notes gradually, starting with selected denominations, or to release all denominations together. This decision will affect how quickly the new currency reaches the public.
Officials at the printing corporation have confirmed that coordination meetings with the central bank have already taken place, ensuring there are no technical delays once the green light is given. The State Bank is expected to share a clear rollout plan once the cabinet decision is made.
Based on current progress, the new Pakistani Rupee notes are likely to enter circulation later this year. Until then, existing currency notes will remain legal tender, and the public has been advised not to expect any immediate changes.
