Issued by the Bank of the Lao PDR in 2020, this 100,000 Kip banknote is part of the modern series highlighting Laos’ national leadership, economic development, and cultural heritage.
The obverse features a portrait of Kaysone Phomvihane, former Prime Minister and President of Laos, accompanied by denomination numerals, Lao script inscriptions, and intricate guilloche patterns.
The reverse depicts the Nam Ngum 1 Hydropower Dam and surrounding landscapes, symbolizing the nation’s progress in sustainable energy and infrastructure development. Decorative borders and repeating denomination elements complete the design.
Issuer: Bank of the Lao PDR
Denomination: 100,000 Kip
Year: 2020
Dimensions: Approx. 175 × 75 mm
Material: Paper (enhanced security features)
Security features: Watermark (Kaysone Phomvihane), security thread, guilloche patterns, UV features
