NBG to Put Cash into 14-day Quarantine

The National Bank of Georgia (NBG) calls on the population to protect hygienic norms when using cash.

The Bank representatives have decided that money collected from circulation will be kept separately and will not be put back into circulation before the expiration of the 14-day quarantine period.

The NBG recommends washing hands after touching banknotes and coins since the money may have bacteria and so transfer the virus.

After contact with money, consumers are advised not to touch their faces, eyes, nose, and mouth.

"Since any item, including money, can be contaminated with bacteria or viruses, the National Bank of Georgia urges citizens to follow the recommendations of the World Health Organization and the National Center for Disease Control of Georgia when using cash," NBG said in its statement. 

The National Bank also urges citizens to use online banking services, mobile payments and automated cash machines.