01/01/2022: Removal of monarchy symbol
Brunei currency no longer featured the portrait of the Sultan as part of efforts to modernize the banknotes.
04/06/2020: Exchange rate stabilization
Efforts were made to stabilize the exchange rate of the Djiboutian franc to reduce inflation and encourage economic growth.
21/07/2017: Commencement of New Series Polymer Banknotes
New series of polymer banknotes with modern designs entered circulation.
01/09/2013: Replacement of coins with bi-metallic coins
Coins of lower denominations of the Djiboutian franc were replaced with bi-metallic coins.
05/05/2013: Upgrade of polymer banknotes
Introduction of new polymer banknotes with enhanced security features.
01/07/2011: Introduction of Brunei-Indonesia Currency Agreement
Brunei dollar became interchangeable with Indonesian rupiah in specified regions.
01/01/2002: Introduction of new banknotes
New banknotes of the Djiboutian franc were introduced with enhanced security features.
15/09/1997: Second devaluation
The Djiboutian franc was devalued by 33% as a result of economic instability and high inflation.
18/03/1996: Change in currency regime
Brunei dollar became fully backed by foreign exchange reserves instead of gold.
08/05/1977: First devaluation
The Djiboutian franc was devalued by 50% due to economic difficulties faced by the newly independent country.
27/06/1973: Independence from France
Djibouti gained independence from France and the Djiboutian franc became the national currency.
12/06/1973: Establishment of Brunei Currency Board
Currency Board assumed responsibility for the issuance and management of Brunei dollar.
27/07/1967: Introduction of Brunei and Singapore Currency Interchangeability Agreement
Brunei and Singapore dollars became interchangeable at par.
01/01/1949: Introduction of the Djiboutian franc
The Djiboutian franc was introduced as the official currency of French Somaliland, replacing the French franc at a 1:1 exchange rate.