Foreign Exchange – South African Currency
South Africa’s coins in circulation
All coins to date remain legal tender!
South African Coins: In 1989 the South African Reserve Bank introduced a new coin series for South Africa. Information on circulation coin may be obtained by viewing the South African Mint Company’s website. The images below show the current coins in circulation.
South African Bank Notes: South African banknotes display the “big five” animals of South Africa. Various security features ensure that South African banknotes act as a safeguard to minimise the risk of counterfeiting. It is important for the public to be aware of the security features incorporated in genuine banknotes and to distinguish between genuine South African banknotes and counterfeit notes.
What you should do if you have counterfeit South African Currency!
It is an offence to be in possession of counterfeit currency. If per chance you realise you have counterfeit currency in your possession, South African law requires that you report this to the nearest South African Police Station. Alternatively, you may call this hotline number: 0860 010 111
South African Reserve Bank
