FIFA World Cup Banknote

The Qatar Central Bank has issued a commemorative banknote to mark the FIFA World Cup, which is taking place in the country from 18 November to 20 December. The unusual denomination – the 22 riyals – was chosen to align with the 22nd football tournament taking place in 2022.

The note, which is printed on De La Rue’s SAFEGUARD®, is not only the first commemorative banknote to be issued in Qatar, but the first to be produced on polymer.

Images on the front of the note include the Qatar coat of arms, a skyline of modern and old buildings, and the Lusail Iconic Stadium. The reverse depicts Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, an Arab sailing ship (dhow) and Al Zubara Fort.