Cash usage
Renminbi cash remains part of the payment system, while mobile and bank-based payments are widely used through domestic providers.
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China Currency Guide
Learn how the Chinese yuan is used in China, then open a dated reference-rate conversion.
Currency overview
Chinese Yuan in China
Monetary framework
China uses the Chinese yuan as its official currency.
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CNY0.148863 USD1 CNY = 0.14886269 USD
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Currency facts
CNY at a glance
CurrencyChinese Yuan
ISO codeCNY
SymbolCNY
Minor unitFen
Decimal places2
Central bankPeople's Bank of China
Currency typeOfficial currency
First issuedThe renminbi was first issued in 1948
Money usage guide
Local money guide for China
Official use
China uses the Chinese yuan as its official currency.
Payment environment
Mobile payments are common in urban areas; international travelers should confirm card acceptance in advance.
Cash and payment habits
Cash, cards and local payments
Card acceptance
Card acceptance and supported networks vary by merchant; an overseas card should not be assumed to work everywhere.
Mobile and contactless payments
QR and mobile payments are important domestic channels, but visitor access depends on the wallet, bank and identity requirements.
ATM availability
ATM support for an overseas card depends on the displayed network and the issuing bank.
Exchange tips
Planning a conversion
Before exchanging
Use authorized providers and compare the final yuan amount after fees and conversion margins.
Cash declaration
The General Administration of Customs publishes current traveller declaration requirements; check the official rules before carrying currency across the border.
Popular currency pairs
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Related currencies
Regional and monetary links
USDUnited States DollarAmericas
JPYJapanese YenAsia Pacific
KRWSouth Korean WonAsia Pacific
SGDSingapore DollarAsia PacificCurrency topics
These links use the country dataset's regional and monetary relationships rather than a single global popularity list.
FAQ
China currency questions
Which currency is used in China?
China uses the Chinese yuan as its official currency.
Does China have multiple official currencies?
China has one official currency: the Chinese yuan (CNY).
How can I compare the Chinese yuan?
Use the conversion links on this page to compare China's official currency with other supported currencies.
Sources and review
Rate data and official references
Data source: Frankfurter
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