Prohibition of importation and exportation of counterfeit notes and coins

Prohibition of importation and exportation of counterfeit notes and coins

Another offence in relation to counterfeit notes and coins would be importing and exporting such without the written consent of the Monetary Authority under section 105 of the Crimes Ordinance (Cap. 200). Import includes importing, landing or unloading. 

The maximum penalty is 10 years’ imprisonment.