Which US dollar bills are rejected at Bali money changers?
Based on 1 discussion with 2 participants · Last activity: today
Based on 1 discussion with 2 participants · Last activity: today
TL;DR
Some Bali money changers refuse new $100 bills starting with the L series, citing Indonesian bank restrictions. Other series and denominations are generally accepted.
A traveler reported that a money changer refused to exchange new $100 bills from the L series, explaining that Indonesian banks do not accept them. Other series of the same denomination were exchanged without issue. It's unclear whether this is a widespread policy or specific to certain exchange offices.
There was also a question about whether local Bali money changers accept Chinese yuan. No confirmed experience was shared in these messages — it's advisable to check directly with exchange offices before relying on yuan as a travel currency.