www.reservebank.to | Official Website of Tonga's central bank
The National Reserve Bank of Tonga (Reserve Bank) was established on 1 July 1989 as the central bank of Tonga.
The principal objectives of the Reserve Bank shall be to maintain internal and external monetary stability, promote financial stability and promote a sound and efficient financial system. The Reserve Bank shall conduct its activities in a manner that supports macroeconomic stability and economic growth.
Monthly Economic Update: November 2024
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- Created: 19 December 2024
Export activities in the primary sector slowed in September 2024. Total agricultural exports plummeted by 254.7 tonnes (45.3%) over the month, due to lower exports of root crops, coconut and watermelon. Credit to the industrial sector showed mixed outcomes in September 2024. Lending to the construction sector recorded a slight decline over the month of 0.2% ($0.05 million), while lending to the mining & quarrying sector rose by 17.1% ($0.02 million). Indicators in the services sector portrayed a decline in performance for September 2024.
Tonga’s 2023 New Currency Series Winner Of HSP Asia 2024 Best New Banknote Series Award
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- Created: 10 December 2024
The National Reserve Bank of Tonga (NRBT) wins the High Security Printing (HSP) Asia 2024 “Best New Banknote Series” award with its New Currency Series launched by HRH Prince Ata on 4th December 2023 in Nuku’alofa. The prestigious Regional Banknote and ID Document of the Year Awards form part of the HSP Asia Conference which was held in Bangkok, Thailand on 2 - 4 December 2024.
Also read in Tongan: Ikuna 'e he Seti Pa'anga Pepa Fo'ou 2023 'o Tonga 'a e Pale HSP 'Esia 2024 Ki he Pa'anga Fo'ou Lelei Taha
Foreign Reserves Statistics for October 2024
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- Created: 22 November 2024
Tonga's official foreign reserves increased in October 2024 by $10.8 million driven by higher receipts of official grants and remittances. The level of foreign reserves was $898.2 million at the end of October 2024, sufficient to cover 10.3 months of imports, and well above the IMF's recommended threshold of 7.5 months. Similarly, the foreign reserves rose over the year by $7.0 million.
Financial Sector Meeting on Monetary Policy and Interest Rates
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- Created: 20 September 2024
The National Reserve Bank of Tonga discussed with the financial sector its August 2024 monetary policy, interest rates and improving access to finance for underserved sectors. The event took place at Fa’onelua Convention Centre on 20th September 2024, gathering key stakeholders from the financial sector to discuss actionable strategies that can positively impact our nation’s economic landscape.
Twin Milestones for the National Reserve Bank of Tonga in 2024
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- Created: 13 September 2024
The National Reserve Bank of Tonga (NRBT) marks its 35th anniversary on Monday 16 September 2024 with an audited net profit of $35 million as its twin milestones. The $35.8 million profit in 2024 is 75 percent higher than last year’s 2023 record profit of $20 million.
Also read in Tongan: Makamaile Māhanga ‘a e Pangikē Pule Fakafonua ‘a Tonga ‘i he 2024
Reserve Bank’s August 2024 Monetary Policy Will Promote Greater Access to Finance
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- Created: 30 August 2024
The August 2024 MPS maintains the current monetary policy that keeps a watchful eye against inflation threats and supports economic recovery through maintaining the statutory required deposit at 15% and the zero-percent monetary policy rate while considering easing exchange control requirements and maintaining an exchange rate regime that supports greater macroeconomic stability.
Also read in Tongan: Tokanga ‘a e Pangikē Pule΄ ke faka’ai’ai hono ngaue’aki ‘a e ngāue fakapa‘anga ‘i he‘ene fokotu‘utu‘u ngaue fakapa‘anga ‘Aokosi 2024
Unauthorized Foreign Exchange Services
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- Created: 23 August 2024
The National Reserve Bank of Tonga wishes to inform the general public that the licenses to act as a foreign exchange dealer (License Type A) for Freedom Pacific Limited and Fiefia Finance Money Transfer Limited have been cancelled.
Also read in Tongan: Kaniseli é he Pangikē Pule Fakafonua á Tongá á e Laiseni á e Kautaha Fakafehū’aki Pa’anga Muli
Unclaimed Monies - as of June 2024
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- Created: 24 July 2024
Please be advised that account holders (owners) of listed unclaimed monies are required to make your claim to your respective banks within 3 months from the first date of this publication. In accordance with section 94 of the Banking Act 2020 states, that any remaining unclaimed funds and properties after three (3) months claim period have met its expiry date, shall be presumed to be abandoned funds or properties and any claim shall be addressed directly to the Minister of Finance and is subject to the approval of the Minister of Finance.
Kindly note that advertisement cost will be deducted accordingly. For further enquiries or clarification please contact Financial Institutions department on telephone 24-057 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The Role of the National Reserve Bank of Tonga
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- Created: 31 May 2024
At the heart of Tonga’s financial health, the National Reserve Bank of Tonga (NRBT) does more than just act as the central bank. We play a crucial role in keeping our economy safe, and helping Tonga grow.
Fatongia ‘o e Pangikē Pule Fakafonua ‘a Tonga
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- Created: 31 May 2024
Ko e Pangikē Pule Fakafonua ‘a Tongá ‘oku ne fakahoko ‘a e fatongia mahu’inga ki hono tauhi ‘a e malu ‘a e ngaue fakapa’anga ‘a Tonga pea mo tu’apule’anga, pea pehē ki he tupu ‘a e tu’unga faka’ekonomika ‘o e fonuaˊ.
Unauthorized Foreign Exchange Services by LWS Trading and RK3 Pacific Tonga Ltd
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- Created: 15 May 2024
The National Reserve Bank of Tonga (NRBT) has released its Monetary Policy Statement (MPS) for February 2024 following its approval by the Board of Directors.
Also read in Tongan: Fakafetongi Pa’anga Ta’efakalao ‘a e LWS Trading mo e RK3 Pacific Tonga Ltd