I got bitter experience with HSBC banking when depositing US bills. They never accept a bill with dirt, ink depreciation or even staple marks! Last time I went to deposit some pieces but they rejected one piece because of staple mark. Then I go and change with a new model bill and deposit again. When they put the note in the fake note checking machine, it rejected the new note I told that girl it's a fake one by joke. Anyway she believed that joke and bring that bill to her superior to recheck. After a thorough check it confirmed as good bill!
Actually bank staff don't know about the new bills?
Is there anyone faced similar situations with HSBC?
In India bank receive any kind of bills whether it is dirty or even tear!