Chad Banknotes Catalog
The history of banknotes in Chad reflects the economic and political evolution of this African country. Since its independence in 1960, Chad has undergone several changes in its monetary system, going through different issues of banknotes that represent its national identity.
Current banknotes in circulation
Chad currently uses the Central African CFA Franc as its official currency. Banknotes in circulation include denominations of 500, 1000, 2000, 5000 and 10000 CFA francs. These banknotes are issued by the Bank of Central African States (BEAC) and feature designs that reflect the cultural and natural diversity of the region, including motifs of local fauna and flora, as well as traditional architectural elements.
Old banknotes and relevant facts
Prior to the adoption of the CFA Franc, Chad used the Chadian Franc from 1960 to 1984. During this period, banknotes were issued in denominations ranging from 100 to 10000 francs, featuring images of everyday life and Chadian landscapes. An important milestone in Chad's notafilia was the transition to the CFA Franc in 1984, which marked the country's integration into the Central African currency zone and marked a significant change in the design and production of its banknotes.
Country | Chad |
Flag | |
Coin | Central African CFA franc (XAF) |
1€ | 655,75Fr |
Continent | Africa |
Capital city | N'Djamena |
ISO2 | TD |
ISO3 | TCD |
Catalogued banknotes | 14 |
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Valuable banknotes
The most valuable Chad banknotes sought after by collectors are the following: