As the festive season of Chinese New Year (CNY) 2025 approaches on January 29, preparations for the traditional angbao (red packet) gifting are in full swing. To make this process easier for its customers, CIMB Bank has introduced a convenient system for pre-booking new and fit notes. Whether you’re looking for crisp, new currency notes or eco-friendly fit notes, CIMB’s pre-booking service ensures a seamless and hassle-free experience.
In this detailed guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about CIMB’s CNY 2025 note exchange process.
Why Choose CIMB for New Notes Pre-Booking?
CIMB Bank provides a customer-friendly and efficient process for obtaining new or fit notes. Here are some benefits of using CIMB’s services:
Convenience: Pre-booking allows you to avoid long queues and secure your desired denominations.
Eco-Friendly Options: CIMB supports sustainability by promoting the use of fit notes for angbaos.
Personalized Denominations: You can select specific denominations to suit your gifting needs.
What Are Fit Notes, and Why Are They Important?
Fit notes are gently used currency notes that meet the bank’s quality standards for recirculation. They are ideal for festive gifting and offer several advantages:
Sustainability: Using fit notes reduces the need for printing new notes, helping to lower carbon emissions.
Good Quality: Fit notes are clean and verified to meet high-quality standards, making them suitable for gifting.
Cost-Effective: Opting for fit notes helps the banking system save resources while ensuring a sustainable celebration.
How to Pre-Book New or Fit Notes with CIMB
CIMB’s pre-booking process is straightforward and designed to provide maximum convenience. Follow these steps to secure your notes:
Login: Access CIMB’s online banking platform or mobile app.
Select Service: Choose the CNY new or fit notes pre-booking service.
Select Denominations: Pick your preferred denominations (e.g., S$2, S$10, S$50).
Choose Collection Point: Select the branch where you wish to collect your notes.
Confirm Booking: Complete the process and receive a confirmation email or SMS.
Collection: Pick up your notes from the chosen branch between January 14 and January 28, 2025.
Walk-In Exchange Option for Senior Citizens and Special Needs Customers
While CIMB encourages online pre-booking, a walk-in exchange service is available for:
Senior Citizens (60 years and above)
Persons with Disabilities
This service allows these individuals to exchange their notes without the need for pre-booking. Note that walk-in exchanges may have limited availability and specific time slots.
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Key Dates to Remember
Here are the important dates to keep in mind for CIMB’s CNY 2025 note exchange services:
Pre-Booking Start Date: January 7, 2025
Collection Period: January 14 to January 28, 2025
Walk-In Exchange: Available for senior citizens and persons with disabilities starting January 14, 2025
Benefits of Choosing Fit Notes Over New Notes
CIMB encourages the use of fit notes to promote a sustainable celebration. Here’s why you should consider fit notes:
Environmental Impact: Fit notes reduce unnecessary carbon emissions caused by printing excess new notes.
Practicality: They are as clean and usable as new notes for angbao gifting.
Cost Savings: Using fit notes minimizes waste and reduces the need for resource-intensive note production.
How CIMB Promotes Sustainability During CNY
CIMB, in collaboration with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), is taking steps to promote eco-friendly practices during Chinese New Year. Initiatives include:
Encouraging Fit Notes Usage: Fit notes help reduce waste and conserve resources.
Promoting E-Angbaos: Digital red packets offer a modern and sustainable alternative to physical notes.
Reducing Carbon Footprint: By limiting the printing of excess new notes, CIMB contributes to reducing emissions equivalent to powering hundreds of households annually.
Conclusion: Simplify Your CNY Preparations with CIMB
CIMB Bank’s pre-booking service for new and fit notes ensures a smooth and hassle-free experience for CNY 2025. By choosing fit notes or exploring e-angbaos, you can celebrate responsibly while contributing to a sustainable future.
With easy online pre-booking, dedicated services for senior citizens, and eco-friendly options, CIMB makes it easier than ever to prepare for the festive season. Don’t wait—log in to CIMB’s platform and secure your notes today!
Wishing you a joyous and prosperous Chinese New Year 2025!
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