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Do they accept old-style US dollars without a security strip at Bangkok airport?

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Yes, at Suvarnabhumi Airport, old-style US dollars without a security strip are accepted, but not everywhere. The most reliable and profitable option is to exchange them on the lower (ground) floor at Superrich and other exchange booths located near the entrances to the Airport Rail Link (ARL) station. The rate there is the same as for new banknotes, and often even better than in the city or at resorts.

However, there is an important nuance: Superrich exchange booths on the ground floor are not open 24 hours, but only from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM. If you arrive at night, exchanging old dollars at a good rate will be problematic — at 24-hour points on the upper floors, they may refuse or offer a less favorable rate.

The main thing is the condition of the banknote! Even at Superrich, they may refuse if the bill is wrinkled, has inscriptions, tears, tape marks, or wear. Old dollars without a security strip already attract increased attention, so they must be in perfect condition. Keep this in mind in advance.

According to the latest reports from travelers in our Thailand chat, there are no problems with exchange at these points. Here is a link to a user's message who shared their experience.

If your dollars are damaged, it is better to try to exchange them in the city — at large bank branches or specialized exchange offices, where the requirements for the condition of banknotes may be slightly more lenient. But even there, the chance is not 100%.

You can learn more about where else at the airport you can exchange currency profitably and what nuances exist in our reliable and honest guide in the article Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport: A Complete Guide for Independent Travelers.

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