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Singapore banks launch pre-bookable Chinese New Year fit notes starting Jan 27, promoting eco-friendly gifting.
Starting January 27, DBS, OCBC, and UOB customers in Singapore can pre-book fit-for-gifting Chinese New Year bank notes, available from February 3.
The Monetary Authority of Singapore promotes fit notes—used notes with minor imperfections—and e-hongbao to reduce environmental impact.
Over 16 million fit notes were exchanged in 2025, cutting carbon emissions equivalent to powering 280 HDB flats annually.
Pop-up ATMs from DBS, OCBC, and UOB will operate islandwide, with walk-ins allowed only for seniors and persons with disabilities.
Standard Chartered and Citibank will also offer fit notes at select ATMs.
Banks warn against phishing scams and confirm they won’t send SMS links for bookings.
Los bancos de Singapur lanzan billetes aptos para el Año Nuevo Chino que se pueden reservar de antemano a partir del 27 de enero, promoviendo regalos ecológicos.