Belgium

Belgian franc banknotes from the National Bank of Belgium, from the occupation years of the Second World War to the 1970s.

Belgian notes carry text in both French and Dutch, one language on each side.

History and frequently asked questions below ↓

About Belgium banknotes

The National Bank of Belgium has issued notes since 1850. During the German occupation of 1940–1944 it continued printing franc notes, and after liberation the money supply was reformed in the "Gutt operation" of 1944. The Belgian franc was replaced by the euro in 2002 at 40.3399 francs to one euro.

See also: European banknotes, Netherlands, France, Luxembourg and World War II banknotes.

Frequently asked questions

Why are Belgian notes in two languages?

Belgium has French- and Dutch-speaking communities, so notes were printed with French text on one side and Dutch on the other.

When did Belgium adopt the euro?

Euro notes and coins replaced the Belgian franc on 1 January 2002, at 40.3399 francs per euro.

Who issued Belgian franc notes?

The National Bank of Belgium, founded in 1850.

Are your Belgium banknotes genuine?

Yes. Every Belgium note we sell is a genuine banknote, never a copy or replica. Each listing states the grade, gives the Pick catalogue number where one exists and shows the front and back, and every order ships tracked from Hungary.