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AED to CNY Market Data

United Arab Emirates dirham (AED) to Chinese yuan (CNY) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

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AED to CNY is at 7-day lows near 1.9853, just above its 3-month average, having traded in a very stable 2.5% range from 1.9521 to 2.0010

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1 CNY = 0.5020 AED

Date	AED/CNY	Period
29 Mar 2025	1.9775	2 Week
12 Jan 2025	1.9964	3 Month
12 Apr 2024	1.9707	1 Year
13 Apr 2020	1.9201	5 Year
15 Apr 2015	1.6845	10 Year
17 Apr 2005	2.2527	20 Year

AED/CNY historic rates

What are equivalent amounts of AED and CNY?

Here are some popular conversion amounts for AED to CNY (United Arab Emirates dirham to Chinese yuan)*.

AED	CNY
د.إ 1	¥ 1.9920
د.إ 5	¥ 9.9600
د.إ 10	¥ 19.92
د.إ 20	¥ 39.84
د.إ 50	¥ 99.60
د.إ 100	¥ 199.20
د.إ 250	¥ 498.00
د.إ 500	¥ 996.00
د.إ 1,000	¥ 1,992
د.إ 2,000	¥ 3,984
د.إ 5,000	¥ 9,960
د.إ 10,000	¥ 19,920
د.إ 20,000	¥ 39,840
د.إ 50,000	¥ 99,600
د.إ 100,000	¥ 199,200

AED	CNY
د.إ 0.5020	¥ 1
د.إ 2.5100	¥ 5
د.إ 5.0200	¥ 10
د.إ 10.04	¥ 20
د.إ 25.10	¥ 50
د.إ 50.20	¥ 100
د.إ 125.50	¥ 250
د.إ 251.00	¥ 500
د.إ 502.00	¥ 1,000
د.إ 1,004	¥ 2,000
د.إ 2,510	¥ 5,000
د.إ 5,020	¥ 10,000
د.إ 10,040	¥ 20,000
د.إ 25,100	¥ 50,000
د.إ 50,200	¥ 100,000

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*Converted at the current AEDCNY interbank exchange rate. Calculate actual payout amounts for Send Money and Travel Money exchange rates.

Forecasts for AED to CNY

12 AprRecent market updates indicate a challenging outlook for the yuan (CNY), particularly in light of escalating trade tensions and economic pressures in China. Analysts note that the yuan has recently slipped past the significant threshold of 7.3 per dollar, signaling potential weaknesses in the recovery of the Chinese economy from the pandemic. With trade tariffs between the U.S. and China intensifying, including a 34 percent levy on U.S. imports and retaliatory moves by Beijing, the yuan's decline highlights investor concerns over China's growth prospects and stability.

Read our full review of recent AED to CNY forecasts.

How to get a good AED to CNY exchange rate

There are several ways to save on exchange rates when converting United Arab Emirates dirham to Chinese yuan:

Shop around for the best AED/CNY exchange rate: Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare rates from different sources before making a conversion.
Timing is important: Keep an eye on the AED/CNY rate on currency markets, as exchange rates can fluctuate frequently. Try to make your transactions when the exchange rate is in your favor. You can do this easily with our BER Smart Rate Tracker.
Use a credit/debit or travel card that doesn't charge foreign transaction fees: Some credit cards charge additional fees for transactions made in a foreign currency, so it's important to check with your card issuer to see if they charge these fees and what their exchange rate is.
Use a multi-currency account: Having a multi-currency account allows you to hold and transfer money in both AED and CNY at close to the interbank rate. It also allows you to make payments or withdrawals in the local currency while avoiding high conversion fees.
Buy currency in advance: If you know that you will need foreign currency in the future, consider buying it in advance when the exchange rate is favorable.

The key is reducing excessive costs and fees

Generally speaking, if you are buying Chinese yuan with United Arab Emirates dirham, then it's better for the AED/CNY exchange rate to be higher.

However working against you are the fees all foreign exchange providers charge for providing their service. These fees is usually contained within the exchange rate margin (or difference to the mid-rate).

The transaction margin you end up being charged can be considerably reduced by around a few percent (of total amount being exchanged) for travel money and possibly over 5% to 6% when sending money. The exact potential savings depends on the currencies being exchanged and the amount you are transferring and if you are willing to shop around.

Our real-time foreign transfer and travel money/cards comparison calculators make shopping around easy and help you calculate how much you can save.

Read our Currency guide to China — a practical currency and money guide to travel in China plus living and doing business with the Chinese yuan.

It's worth noting that while these tips can help you save on exchange rates, it's important to be aware that no single method is guaranteed to provide the best exchange rate in every situation, and it may require some research and comparison-shopping to find the best option for your specific needs.

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The expat life in China can vary greatly depending on a number of factors, including one's location, job, and personal circumstances.

In major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, the expat community is well-established and there are many resources available for newcomers, such as expat-oriented social groups and clubs. Living in these cities can offer a good balance of modern conveniences and cultural experiences.

However, life in smaller cities or more rural areas can be more challenging, as the expat community may be smaller and there may be fewer resources available.

Working in China as an expat can be both rewarding and challenging. Some companies will provide good support to expats and may even offer language classes and relocation assistance, while others may not.

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