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Old Jul 13, 2015 | 9:23 pm
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Originally Posted by NagemD
Hello,

I have some questions about much money I should bring to China and how to obtain it. My trip will last about 23 days. This is my first time in China and will be entering the country at Beijing. I will have a 3 hour layover there before flying to my final destination at Guangzhou. I will be meeting and traveling with a Chinese native from there on. Is Beijing Airport a good place to purchase some yuan? Is the exchange rate fair at this location? If not what other locations would you suggest?
I will be using my Bank debit card to make this transaction. The banks at my local location in the USA seem to be a little steep and I was hoping I could get yuan my first day in China instead of before I leave.

Thank you for your help!
ATMs are the best way but if you exchange $ for RMB, the rate is better in town than at the airport. I find it more convenient at the airport as the price differential is small. however do it at the bank counters not the Travelex counter.
Generally most banks are open on week-ends so the post above is wrong on that point.
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