Chinese Yuan to Brazilian Real (CNY/BRL) Exchange Rate Today
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CNY to BRL Conversion Table
Common amounts converted from Chinese Yuan to Brazilian Real at today's rate.
| Chinese Yuan (CNY) | Brazilian Real (BRL) |
|---|---|
| 1 CNY | — |
| 5 CNY | — |
| 10 CNY | — |
| 25 CNY | — |
| 50 CNY | — |
| 100 CNY | — |
| 250 CNY | — |
| 500 CNY | — |
| 1,000 CNY | — |
| 5,000 CNY | — |
| 10,000 CNY | — |
| 50,000 CNY | — |
How much Brazilian Real will you actually receive?
Estimated cost to convert CNY 1,000 to BRL with different transfer services. Fees are sourced from published pricing pages and may vary by amount, payment method, and destination.
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| Typical bank Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| Bureau de change Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
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Converting Chinese Yuan to Brazilian Real? Expect volatility
CNY/BRL is a volatile pair that can move significantly in a single week. If you are transferring a large amount, consider splitting the conversion across several days to average out short-term swings. Check the 30-day range above to see whether today's rate is relatively good or poor.
CNY/BRL rate statistics
Is today's CNY/BRL rate good or bad?
We compare today's live Chinese Yuan to Brazilian Real mid-market rate against its 30-day and 52-week trading range. When the rate is near the top of its recent range, CNY holders get more Brazilian Real per unit - a better time to convert. When it is near the bottom, you may want to watch and wait.
Brazil's real can move significantly on domestic political and fiscal news. High interest rates attract carry trade flows but also increase volatility. Brazil's IOF tax adds cost to international transfers.
The live analysis below updates throughout market hours and shows exactly where today's rate sits in context.
What is the CNY/BRL exchange rate?
The CNY/BRL rate tracks how many Brazilian Real one Chinese Yuan buys. The Chinese yuan is managed within a daily trading band set by the People's Bank of China. Pairs involving CNY tend to be less volatile than free-floating equivalents.
CNY is issued by the People's Bank of China (PBOC) (ranked 5th globally - meaning it's the 5th most bought and sold currency in the world). BRL is issued by the Banco Central do Brasil (BCB) (ranked 20th). Full CNY profile | Full BRL profile
Chinese Yuan to Brazilian Real is popular with travellers to Brazil and businesses engaged in Latin American trade.
Is today's CNY/BRL rate good or bad?
The Chinese Yuan to Brazilian Real mid-market rate shown above is the reference price before any provider adds fees or markup. It is not a guaranteed quote - your bank, card issuer, or transfer service will offer a different rate that includes their margin.
On a typical conversion, banks add 3-6% to this rate. The gap between the mid-market rate and what you actually receive is the real cost of converting - often larger than any flat fee. Banks widen their markup on volatile pairs like CNY/BRL to compensate for exchange rate risk. Specialist providers typically offer tighter spreads on this corridor.
Exchange rate regime
Note: Chinese Yuan is a managed currency with daily fixing by the People's Bank of China. International conversions typically use the offshore (CNH) rate.
Converting Chinese Yuan to Brazilian Real? Read this first
Sending money to Brazil? Brazil's IOF (tax on financial transactions) applies to incoming foreign transfers, so factor that into your total cost. Dedicated transfer services often handle this transparently.
Watch out: The CNY/BRL rate moves 24 hours a day on weekdays. If you are converting a meaningful amount, compare providers using the mid-market rate on this page as your benchmark.
Frequently asked questions
Is it better to use a card or withdraw cash for Brazilian Real?
For most travelers, a card with no foreign transaction fee is the simplest and cheapest option - provided you always choose to pay in Brazilian Real (the local currency) rather than Chinese Yuan. Choosing your home currency triggers Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC), which typically adds 3-5% on top. If you need cash, withdraw from ATMs in-country rather than exchanging at airports.
Why is CNY/BRL so volatile?
Brazil's combination of high interest rates, commodity exposure (soybeans, iron ore, oil), and domestic fiscal policy can produce significant daily moves. Banco Central do Brasil rate decisions and broad emerging market risk sentiment are the main drivers. BRL carry trades also amplify volatility.
How much does it cost to send money between CNY and BRL?
Costs vary widely. Banks typically charge a fixed fee ($15-50) plus a 2-4% markup on the exchange rate. Online services like Wise or Remitly often have lower fees and tighter spreads. The total cost includes both the fee and the exchange rate markup - always compare the final amount the recipient would get, not just the advertised fee or rate.
Learn more
- PBOC Monetary Policy - People's Bank of China policy and rate announcements
- BCB - Exchange Rate Quotations - Banco Central do Brasil daily PTAX rates
How this rate is calculated
We prefer a direct rate from our primary data source when one is available. If a direct quote is unavailable, we compute a cross-rate through a major intermediary currency (usually USD or EUR). When a rate is derived rather than directly quoted, we label it on the page. Full methodology.