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Travel Money Oz is one of Australia's largest dedicated currency exchange specialists, selling Chinese Yuan (CNY) cash across 90+ stores nationwide and online, with no fees or commission on your order. If you find a better published cash rate from an Australian competitor, our Price Beat Guarantee means we'll beat their overall transaction price by at least $1 AUD. That's competitive rates, guaranteed.

Order CNY online for same-day click & collect in about an hour, or home delivery in about 3 hours within 25km of selected stores. Prefer to browse in person? You can buy Chinese Yuan in-store any day of the week.

Best Place to Buy Chinese Yuan in Australia

Whether you're heading to Shanghai for business, exploring the Great Wall near Beijing, or drifting along the Li River in Guilin, you'll need Chinese Yuan (also known as Renminbi or RMB) before you go. Travel Money Oz makes it easy to get yours before you fly, with online ordering available 24/7 and 90+ stores across Australia for in-person purchases.

Unlike banks, we charge no fees or commission. No surprises at the counter, and no hidden fees to factor in. With our Price Beat Guarantee, if you spot a better deal elsewhere, we'll beat it.

Where to Buy CNY Near Me

With 90+ Travel Money Oz stores in shopping centres, CBD spots, and major suburbs, there's likely one close to you. Use the store finder to check your nearest location, opening hours, and contact details before you visit.

All Travel Money Oz stores stock Chinese Yuan cash daily as part of our In Stock Promise. If CNY isn't available when you arrive, you'll get $10 AUD off your order, and we'll have your currency ready within a week.

If you've seen both CNY and RMB used for Chinese currency and wondered what the difference is, you're not alone.

CNY stands for Chinese Yuan. It's the official international currency code used in exchange rates, banking, and financial systems worldwide.
RMB stands for Renminbi, which means "people's currency" in Mandarin. It's the name of the currency itself.

In simple terms: CNY is the code, RMB is the name. Whether you're seeing prices listed in CNY, RMB, or Yuan, it's all the same money. On this page we use CNY as the standard term, but you'll see RMB and Yuan mentioned throughout since many travellers search for both.

How to Buy CNY — Online or In-Store

Order online for click & collect: place your order online, choose your nearest store, and your CNY cash will be ready to collect in about an hour. Pay securely at checkout and pick up at your convenience.

🚚 Order online for home delivery: prefer your cash delivered? Select home delivery at checkout. Orders are typically delivered within about 3 hours to addresses within 25km of selected stores.

🏪 Buy in-store: walk into any Travel Money Oz store and buy Chinese Yuan on the spot. No order required. All stores stock CNY daily.

How to order:

Check the live AUD to CNY rate above
Enter the amount you want to buy
Choose click & collect or home delivery
Complete your secure online order
Collect your CNY cash or receive it at home

Price Beat Guarantee on CNY

Travel Money Oz offers a Price Beat Guarantee on in-store CNY purchases. If you find a better deal, here's how it works:

Find a better published cash rate from an Australian-registered competitor, in-store or online.
Make sure it's for foreign currency notes (buying or selling), in stock, and ready to transact on the same day.
Bring the official written quote or published price to a Travel Money Oz store on the same day, with collection available within 30km of our store.
We'll beat their overall transaction price, including all fees and charges, by at least $1 AUD.

Applies to transactions up to $5,000 AUD equivalent. If we can't beat it, you'll receive $100 AUD loaded onto a Travel Money Oz Currency Pass (or a voucher if Currency Pass is unavailable).

_{*Price Beat Guarantee applies to in-store CNY cash purchases only. Terms and conditions apply.}

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Order Chinese Yuan Online for Pickup

Need Chinese Yuan (CNY) fast? Order online and pick up your cash at one of 90+ Travel Money Oz stores across Australia. Same-day pickup is available at most locations, making it ideal for last-minute travel prep. Prefer to plan ahead? Lock in today’s AUD to Chinese Yuan exchange rate online and collect your currency when it suits you. It’s quick, secure, and gives you full control over your travel money.

Order Chinese Yuan Online for Delivery

Want maximum convenience? Travel Money Oz also offers home delivery of Chinese Yuan (Renminbi) straight to your door. Whether you're planning a shopping spree in Guangzhou or a food tour in Xi’an, ordering online lets you lock in a great AUD to RMB rate without leaving your house. Just place your order in advance, and your foreign currency will arrive safely in under 3 hours, no queues, no stress, and no airport markups.

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Order your CNY online and have it delivered straight to your home or office - 100% secure and fully insured.

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Reserve your CNY online with great rates and collect from a convenient Travel Money Oz location near you.

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Load AUD on your card, and it’ll convert to CNY as you pay! No hidden fees, just the current exchange rate. T&Cs apply.

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RMB to AUD: Sell Your Chinese Yuan Back

Got leftover Chinese Yuan (RMB) from your trip? Don't let it sit in a drawer. Turn it back into Australian dollars with our currency buy-back service. With 90+ stores across Australia, it's easy to drop in and sell your CNY in person at competitive rates with no hidden fees.

Get more value with our Buy Back Bonus

If you originally bought your CNY from Travel Money Oz, you could be eligible for our exclusive Buy Back Bonus. Just bring in your unused Chinese Yuan and we'll add a little extra when converting it back to Aussie dollars. It's our way of rewarding travellers who planned ahead.

Buy Back Bonus applies to in-store cash purchases only. Terms and conditions apply.

How to get the most out of your Chinese Yuan

Here are some tips to travel China on a budget...

Travel during the low season (November to February, avoiding Chinese New Year) to enjoy lower prices on flights and accommodations while avoiding crowds.
Dining out? Opt for local street food like dumplings, baozi, and jianbing for an authentic and affordable culinary experience.
China’s high-speed rail network is a fast and cost-effective way to travel between cities, while local buses and metro systems are perfect for getting around within urban areas.
Don’t miss free attractions like the stunning parks in Beijing, the iconic West Lake in Hangzhou, or a visit to the historical sites along the Great Wall!
Convert AUD to CNY with Travel Money Oz and ensure every Yuan takes you further in this fascinating country.

All about China currency

A quick guide to money in China

The currency of China is the Chinese yuan renminbi (RMB), but it prefers to be called just ‘yuan' (CNY). It’s quite a unique form of currency, so be sure to triple-check notes as you hand them out. One yuan equates to 10 jiao, which itself is made up of 10 fen.

Think of yuan as dollars, fen as cents, and jiao as… well, something in the middle.

Chinese notes and coins

In Chinese currency, you’ll find coins worth 10 and 50 fen, as well as the 1 yuan coin. Banknotes will take you through 10 and 50 fen, ¥1, ¥5, ¥10, ¥20, ¥50 and ¥100 yuan each.

It’ll take a little getting used to, but it won’t be long until you’ve mastered Chinese currency correctly.

Fun facts about Chinese cash

The current banknotes focus more on historical landmarks, portraits of Mao Zedong, and scenic landscapes like the Great Wall of China, the Temple of Heaven, and the Karst mountains.
While the current series doesn’t feature dragons, dragons were once a key symbol in older Chinese currency, representing power, prosperity, and good fortune.
Special limited-edition notes are sometimes released to mark anniversaries or major events, such as the 70th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China.

Travel Money Trivia - China edition

The Chinese Yuan is sometimes colloquially called the ‘kuai’ (meaning ‘lump’) because currency was once quite literally a lump of silver.
As the inventors of paper currency, the Chinese revolutionized commerce in the 9th century by introducing notes that replaced heavier metal coins—a concept that would eventually be adopted worldwide.
Inflation on the Chinese yuan has been astonishing, going up over 1000x over the last 40 years.

What’s the difference between CNY and RMB?
CNY and RMB refer to the same currency, the official currency of the People's Republic of China.
CNY stands for Chinese Yuan and is the official international currency code used in exchange rates and banking.
RMB stands for Renminbi, which means "people's currency" in Chinese and is the name of the currency itself.
In simple terms, CNY is the code, RMB is the name. So, whether you see prices listed in CNY or RMB, it's the same money. On this page, we use CNY as the official term, but we'll mention RMB as well since many travellers search for both.
Where can I buy Chinese Yuan in Australia?
Where is the best place to buy Chinese Yuan near me?
Travel Money Oz has 90+ stores across Australia in major shopping centres, CBDs, and suburbs, making it one of the most accessible places to buy CNY cash in person. Use the store finder to locate your nearest store, check opening hours, and confirm contact details before you visit.
Prefer to order from home? Order Chinese Yuan online for click & collect in about an hour, or home delivery within about 3 hours to addresses within 25km of selected stores.
What is the best place to buy Chinese Yuan in Australia?
A dedicated foreign currency specialist will almost always offer a better deal than a bank, post office, or airport exchange. Here's how the options compare:
- Banks typically charge transaction fees on top of a less competitive rate.
- Post offices offer limited currency options and variable rates.
- Airport exchanges are the most expensive option. Buy before you travel, not after you land.
Travel Money Oz charges no fees or commission on CNY cash purchases, offers a Price Beat Guarantee on in-store purchases, and stocks Chinese Yuan every day across 90+ stores as part of our In Stock Promise. You can also order CNY online for same-day click & collect or home delivery.
Is it better to exchange AUD to CNY in Australia or China?
It's almost always better to exchange AUD to CNY in Australia before you travel. Exchanging in China, particularly at airports or tourist-area exchanges, typically means less favourable rates and higher fees. Sorting your Chinese Yuan before you leave also means you arrive financially prepared, with cash in hand from the moment you land.
Travel Money Oz offers competitive AUD to CNY rates, no fees or commission, and same-day online ordering with click & collect or home delivery. Find your nearest store if you'd prefer to buy in person.
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