It is classless device that requires no special entry conditions. The public often see it as representing their country, rulers and international standing. A paper banknote has fulfilled these demands for hundreds of years and becomes ingrained in the public life. The handling characteristics of the paper banknotes form part of these individual criteria. The note can easily be folded and has sufficient surface friction to remain inside wallets and purses when they are opened without easily falling out.
Plastic has to be introduced to the public as a change of way of life.
Reasons need to be implanted on the public rather than natural acceptability. Additionally the public need to be told to change their methods of handling banknotes and avoid creasing them. They need to be warned of the increase slippery nature of banknotes. These differences can cause the public and media to question the reason for change and put pressure on the Central Bank. Confidence is not questioned with paper, the confidence of banknotes is questioned when they are changed to plastic.