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Best Place to Buy Chinese Yuan in Australia

Planning a trip to China? Whether you're heading to Shanghai for business, exploring the Great Wall near Beijing, or drifting along the Li River, you'll need Chinese Yuan (CNY) — also known as Renminbi (RMB). At Travel Money Oz, you can buy CNY instantly in-store at one of our 90+ locations across Australia, or order online for added convenience. We offer competitive AUD to Yuan rates with no hidden fees, so your travel money goes further — wherever your journey takes you.

Live AUD to CNY Exchange Rates

The AUD to CNY exchange rate — also known as AUD to RMB or AUD to Yuan — shifts frequently with market conditions. At Travel Money Oz, we update our rates in real time, so you’ll always know exactly what you’re getting when you exchange your Australian Dollars to Chinese Yuan.

Exchange AUD to CNY Instantly at a Store Near You

Need Chinese Yuan (CNY) today? Visit one of our 90+ Travel Money Oz locations across Australia for cash exchange for Chinese Yuan near you — no booking, no waiting. We keep CNY stocked in-store so you can walk in and exchange AUD to Chinese Yuan instantly at competitive rates.

With our In Stock Promise, we’ll always have Chinese Yuan available in-store. On the rare occasion we don’t? You’ll receive $10 AUD off when you make a full deposit. Take advantage of our same-day service, offering competitive rates and no hidden fees. Visit your nearest Travel Money Oz and walk away with CNY cash in hand.

CNY and RMB both refer to the official currency of China, but they’re used in slightly different ways.

CNY stands for Chinese Yuan and is the official international currency code used in exchange rates, banking, and financial systems.

RMB stands for Renminbi, which means “people’s currency” in Chinese — it’s the name of the currency itself.

In simple terms: CNY is the currency code, RMB is the currency name. So 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 too, as they're commonly used by travellers.

Tips for Getting the Best AUD to RMB Exchange Rate

Scoring a strong AUD to RMB exchange rate can make a real difference to your spending power abroad — whether you're exchanging 100 Yuan or planning a bigger trip. Because currency values shift frequently, it’s a smart move to use the live rate tool from Travel Money Oz before locking in your purchase. Organising your Chinese Yuan (Renminbi) before you leave Australia also helps you avoid inflated airport rates and ensures you're financially prepped from the moment you land.

Where to Exchange AUD for Chinese Yuan at the Best Rate

Want to maximise your value? Use the Price Beat Guarantee from Travel Money Oz. If you spot a better cash rate for Chinese Yuan (Renminbi) at another Australian retailer on the same day, Travel Money Oz will beat it. That means more Yuan in your wallet and peace of mind knowing you’ve secured one of the most competitive AUD to RMB exchange rates available — all from a reputable and regulated provider.

_{*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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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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Sell RMB to AUD – Convert Chinese Currency Back in Australia

Got leftover Chinese Yuan (RMB) from your trip? Whether you’re exchanging a small amount like 200 Yuan to AUD or converting a larger stash, Travel Money Oz makes it easy. Converting your Chinese currency to AUD in Australia means you avoid questionable rates overseas and get your cash sorted quickly with a trusted provider.

Boost Your RMB to AUD Value with the Buy Back Bonus

If you originally purchased your Chinese Yuan from Travel Money Oz, you could be eligible for their Buy Back Bonus — a little thank-you for planning ahead. Just bring your original receipt when you sell your currency back, and you’ll receive a better RMB to AUD rate than the standard. It’s a smart way to squeeze more value from your leftover travel money.

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.
For Bitcoin fans, you’d be intrigued to know that 80% had been exchanged for CNY in 2015.
The Chinese people were the founders of paper currency, dating back to the 9th century.
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.
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