The only thing that can distinguish counterfeit bills are the inscriptions "CELEBRATING TOGETHER!" and "NOT A PAYMENT MEANS." The National Bank has reminded that counterfeiting, storing, transporting, or selling currency notes is punishable by law.
The bank has already submitted a statement to the Ministry of Internal Affairs regarding the identified facts.
"In light of the above, it is strongly advised to pay extra attention to the inscriptions when using banknotes and to verify their authenticity," the financial institution warned.
The National Bank reminds that the authenticity of banknotes can be easily verified due to the presence of several protective features that are discernible through visual inspection and touch. Detailed information about these features is available on the official website of the National Bank, as well as on its YouTube channel.