China
People's Republic of China
📋 Key Facts
| Capital | Beijing |
| Region | Eastern Asia, Asia |
| Population | 1,408,280,000 |
| Languages | Chinese |
| Best Time to Visit | Apr–May, Sep–Oct |
| Timezones | UTC+08:00 |
🛂 Visa Requirements for Australians
⚠️ Visa/Permit Required
Maximum Stay
30 days
Visa required. Apply at Chinese embassy/consulate
Check Smartraveller for latest →💰 Currency & Exchange Rate
💸 Daily Travel Costs (AUD)
Estimated per-person daily spend including accommodation, food, transport & activities
Budget
~$54Mid-Range
~$124Luxury
~$388🧮 Trip Cost Estimate
| Duration | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | $380 | $868 | $2,713 |
| 14 days | $760 | $1,736 | $5,425 |
| 21 days | $1,139 | $2,604 | $8,138 |
Estimates based on typical traveller spending. Excludes flights.
📈 AUD to CNY — 12 Month Trend
| Date | 1 AUD = |
|---|---|
| 2025-04-24 | 4.6378 CNY |
| 2025-05-24 | 4.6641 CNY |
| 2025-06-24 | 4.6499 CNY |
| 2025-07-24 | 4.7260 CNY |
| 2025-08-24 | 4.6511 CNY |
| 2025-09-24 | 4.7017 CNY |
| 2025-10-24 | 4.6382 CNY |
| 2025-11-24 | 4.5876 CNY |
| 2025-12-24 | 4.7170 CNY |
| 2026-01-24 | 4.8003 CNY |
| 2026-02-24 | 4.8743 CNY |
| 2026-03-24 | 4.8109 CNY |
💡 Exchange Rate Insight — AUD to CNY
Best Rate (12m)
4.8743
Feb 2026
Worst Rate (12m)
4.5876
Nov 2025
Current
4.8109
Mar 2026
12m Average
4.7151
✅ Above average
Now is a relatively good time to exchange AUD to CNY. The current rate is above the 12-month average.
🧳 Travel Tips for Australians Visiting China
- Travel Advisory: Exercise a high degree of caution — always check Smartraveller before booking
- Visa: Visa required. Apply at Chinese embassy/consulate
- Currency: The local currency is Chinese yuan (CNY). At current rates, 100 AUD ≈ 484 CNY
- Best time to visit: Apr–May, Sep–Oct
- Language: Chinese
- Budget: Expect to spend ~$124 AUD/day for a mid-range trip
- Time zone: UTC+08:00
- Travel insurance: Always get comprehensive travel insurance. Medicare does not cover you overseas (except in most countries)
🛡️ Travel Insurance for China
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