Bank Indonesia Launches 'Serunai' Program for Christmas 2025 Currency Exchange

Enhanced Currency Distribution for Year-End Celebrations

Bank Indonesia (BI) has introduced the 'Semarak Rupiah di Hari Natal Penuh Damai (Serunai)' program to ensure sufficient circulation of fit-for-use currency for the Christmas 2025 and New Year 2026 celebrations. The initiative, as explained by BI Deputy Governor Ricky Perdana Gozali, aims to meet the currency needs across Indonesia's diverse regions.

Key Program Details

The Serunai program will operate from December 8 to 23, 2025, with services available across 46 BI offices nationwide. To accommodate increased demand, BI has made several significant adjustments to the currency exchange process:

1. Increased Currency Allocation: BI has boosted the currency exchange allocation by 36% compared to previous periods.
2. Expanded Distribution Network: The central bank has extended its distribution points to reach more locations.
3. Extended Operating Hours: Longer service hours have been implemented to accommodate more customers.
4. Digital Booking System: The currency exchange service will continue to utilize the PINTAR (Penukaran dan Tarik Uang Rupiah) digital booking application to ensure orderly and efficient service.

Rationale Behind the Enhanced Measures

BI Deputy Governor Ricky Perdana Gozali explained that the increased allocation and expanded services are in response to anticipated higher demand due to generally good economic and social conditions. The bank is confident that these measures will adequately meet the public's needs for various denominations, particularly for those wishing to exchange smaller bills for gift-giving during the holiday season.

Implementation and Accessibility

The PINTAR digital booking system remains the primary method for accessing the currency exchange service. This system allows customers to pre-book their currency exchange needs, ensuring that they can obtain their preferred denominations. The use of digital technology in this process helps maintain order and efficiency at the exchange locations.