In order to give change in euros only, retailers will hold a substantial stock of EUR 5 and EUR 10 notes in early January 2002. This, along with the distribution via ATMs, should provide sufficient EUR 5 and EUR 10 notes for the public after a few days. There will be specific frontloading arrangements for smaller denominations Not yet decided No specific methods are envisaged. Remainder of period Belgium Germany Greece Spain France Ireland 1. Withdrawal through the money supply system and for coins only, through Treasury branches Notes and coins will be withdrawn in accordance with the same general procedure as for distribution of euros.
Retailers can deposit coins in standardised packing for speeding up transactions and verification.
Incoming coins will be retained. Italy Luxembourg Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland 1. National coins will be collected in the same depots used for stocking the euro coins. In October 2000 small coins of ITL 50 and 100 ceased to be legal tender. Other initiatives, through non-profit organisations, are under discussion.