18/01/2021: Suspension of Eco adoption
The Central Bank of the Comoros suspended the adoption of the Eco currency, retaining the Comorian Franc as the official currency.
01/01/2019: Replacement of the Franc by the Eco
Comoros agreed to replace the Comorian Franc with the proposed Eco currency, along with other West African countries.
01/05/2017: Introduction of a two-dollar coin
Belize introduced a new denomination in the form of a two-dollar coin, reducing the dependency on smaller denomination banknotes.
26/09/2011: Launching of new designs
The Central Bank of Belize introduced a new series of banknotes with updated designs, depicting prominent national landmarks and personalities.
24/06/2001: Introduction of polymer banknotes
Belize became one of the first countries in the region to introduce polymer banknotes, enhancing durability and security.
01/07/1997: Revaluation of the Comorian Franc
The Comorian Franc was revalued at a ratio of 1 new Franc to 75 old Francs, reducing the value of the currency.
20/06/1994: Introduction of the New Comorian Franc
Comoros introduced a new series of banknotes and coins, replacing the old Comorian Franc.
01/04/1990: Establishment of the Central Bank of Belize
The Central Bank of Belize was established to oversee monetary policies and ensure financial stability in the country.
01/12/1982: Conversion to decimal currency
Belize adopted a decimal currency system with the introduction of a new series of banknotes and coins.
01/07/1978: Independence of Belize
Belize gained independence from the United Kingdom, solidifying the Belize dollar as the national currency.
01/11/1976: Introduction of the Belize dollar
The Belize dollar was introduced as the official currency of Belize to replace the British Honduran dollar.
01/01/1976: Establishment of the Central Bank of Comoros
The Central Bank of Comoros was established to manage the monetary policies and issue the Comorian Franc.
06/07/1975: Independence of Comoros
Comoros gained independence from France, but continued using the Comorian Franc as its currency.
01/01/1920: Introduction of the Comorian Franc
The Comorian Franc was introduced as the official currency of Comoros by the French colonial administration.