The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) reminds the public that in accordance with the Adoption of the Euro Law (Law 33(I)/2007), as amended, the period for the exchange of Cyprus pound banknotes will expire on 31 December 2017.
The banknotes that can be exchanged are indicated in the table below:
Nominal amount |
Years of Issue |
£20 |
1992-2004 |
£10 |
1977-2005 |
£5 |
1979-2003 |
£1 |
1979-2004 |
500 mils |
1982 |
50 cent |
1983-1989 |
It is noted that the above banknotes can only be exchanged at the CBC. Banknotes presented in person at the CBC counters will be exchanged in cash, free of charge, after being duly checked.
Alternatively banknotes may be sent to the CBC, at the owner’s risk, by post to the following address:
Currency Management Department
Central Bank of Cyprus
80 Kennedy Avenue
1076 Nicosia
Cyprus
The exchange amount will be transferred to the beneficiary’s bank account according to his/her instructions. Any transfer expenses will be borne by the beneficiary. In this respect, the sender should provide the following details:
For further information and/or clarification, you may contact the CBC through: