The Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK) has announced that select ATMs across major shopping malls will be stocked with new Kuwaiti dinar banknotes in preparation for Eid al-Fitr. This initiative caters to the high demand for new currency as citizens prepare Eid gifts in the form of fresh banknotes.

The CBK confirmed that new banknotes would be available at The Avenues Mall, 360 Mall, Al Kout Mall, and Capital Mall, starting from March 25 until the first day of Eid al-Fitr. This initiative is conducted in collaboration with the Kuwait Banking Association, the Shared Automated Banking Services Company (K-NET), and participating malls.

The CBK emphasized that this special ATM service has been well-received in previous years, as it ensures convenient access to smaller banknote denominations, which are often in high demand during Eid but less available in standard ATMs.

Beyond the dedicated ATMs, the CBK has supplied local banks with fresh Kuwaiti dinar banknotes to ensure their availability at branches across the country. In anticipation of Eid, 308 bank branches and 101 ATMs have been designated to meet the public's demand for new currency.

The Central Bank's initiative is aimed at simplifying the process of acquiring fresh banknotes while enhancing the overall Eid experience for citizens. Details on the locations and operating hours of participating bank branches and ATMs have been announced to facilitate easy access.