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Convert GBP to CNY
GBP
CNY|Updated recentlyMid-market 9.1678Cheapest todayof 6 providers
Panda Remit
Rate 9.1155 · Fee £5.99
You send
£1,000
Recipient gets
¥9,061
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Quick answer: The best GBP to CNY exchange rate in May 2026 is offered by Panda Remit, delivering 9,060.89 CNY on a 1,000 GBP transfer with a fee of £5.99.
Last reviewed: by Awais Imran, Reviews Editor
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Rates are typical right now
35th percentile
Based on 60 days of data (2026-03-28 to 2026-05-26)
Today's best
¥894
TapTap Send
60-day avg
1 GBP = 9.07 CNY
Best rate
9.15
2026-03-28 · ACE Money Transfer
Worst rate
8.83
2026-05-18 · TapTap Send
What is the cheapest way to send GBP to CNY?
Sending £1,000 from GBP to CNY. Sorted by best value — most money received.
Source: SendMoneyCompare · Data updated every 6 hours from live provider APIs
#ProviderRateFeeRecipient gets
Rate 9.1155·Fee £5.99·0.57% markup
Rate 8.9404·Fee Free·2.48% markup
↑ 0.1% over 13dAvg: 8.89 CNY (+0.6% vs avg)Range: 8.83–8.94
2
Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)2.48% markup
↑ 0.1% over 13dAvg: 8.89 CNY (+0.6% vs avg)Range: 8.83–8.94
8.9404
Free
¥8,940.39
Rate 9.1595·Fee £46.35·0.09% markup
Rate 9.0697·Fee £49.39·1.07% markup
Rate 9.0046·Fee £86.08·1.78% markup
Rate 9.0944·Fee Free·0.80% markup
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Looking for the best GBP to CNY exchange rate? Compare real-time rates, fees, and delivery times from 15+ money transfer providers to find the cheapest way to convert British Pound to Chinese Yuan.
The GBP/CNY exchange rate fluctuates throughout the day. Specialist money transfer providers typically offer rates 1–4% better than banks, which can mean significant savings on every transfer. Our comparison shows you the exact CNY amount you'll receive from each provider after all fees and exchange rate markups.
Which provider offers the best GBP to CNY rate?
Panda Remit
4.0Exchange rate
9.1155
Fee
£5.99
Recipient gets
¥9,060.89
Speed
Minutes
Guides, fees & how it works
Which provider is best for each transfer type?
Different providers excel at different things. Here's who's best for each use case on the GBP to CNY route.
Cheapest transfer
Panda Remit
Delivers the most CNY for your money
Fastest transfer
Panda Remit
Delivers in Minutes
Cash pickup
Remitly
Widest cash pickup network
Bank transfer
Panda Remit
Best rate for bank deposit to CNY
Transfer examples: GBP to CNY
See how much your recipient would get for common transfer amounts.
Send £500
ProviderFeeReceives
Panda Remit
9.12 · Minutes
TapTap Send
8.94 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Wise
9.16 · Instant to 2 days
TorFX
9.07 · 1-3 business days
Remitly
9.00 · Minutes to 3-5 days
Regency FX
9.09 · Same day to 2 business days
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
Panda Remit£5.999.12¥4,503Minutes
TapTap SendFree8.94¥4,470Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Wise£46.359.16¥4,155Instant to 2 days
TorFX£49.399.07¥4,0871-3 business days
Remitly£86.089.00¥3,727Minutes to 3-5 days
Regency FXFree9.09¥4,547Same day to 2 business days
Send £1,000
ProviderFeeReceives
Panda Remit
9.12 · Minutes
TapTap Send
8.94 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Wise
9.16 · Instant to 2 days
TorFX
9.07 · 1-3 business days
Remitly
9.00 · Minutes to 3-5 days
Regency FX
9.09 · Same day to 2 business days
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
Panda Remit£5.999.12¥9,061Minutes
TapTap SendFree8.94¥8,940Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Wise£46.359.16¥8,735Instant to 2 days
TorFX£49.399.07¥8,6221-3 business days
Remitly£86.089.00¥8,229Minutes to 3-5 days
Regency FXFree9.09¥9,094Same day to 2 business days
Send £5,000
ProviderFeeReceives
Panda Remit
9.12 · Minutes
Wise
9.16 · Instant to 2 days
TorFX
9.07 · 1-3 business days
TapTap Send
8.94 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Remitly
9.00 · Minutes to 3-5 days
Regency FX
9.09 · Same day to 2 business days
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
Panda Remit£5.999.12¥45,523Minutes
Wise£46.359.16¥45,373Instant to 2 days
TorFX£49.399.07¥44,9001-3 business days
TapTap SendFree8.94¥44,702Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Remitly£86.089.00¥44,248Minutes to 3-5 days
Regency FXFree9.09¥45,472Same day to 2 business days
How much does it cost to convert GBP to CNY?
Fees for GBP to CNY transfers vary by provider — from free to £5–10 with specialist services. Banks typically charge £25–50 per wire plus a 2–5% exchange rate markup. The bigger cost factor is usually the exchange rate markup, not the fee. Always compare the total CNY received.
Understanding the total cost
The true cost of a money transfer has two components:
Transfer fee
The upfront charge — typically £0–£10 with specialist providers.
Exchange rate markup
The hidden cost — the difference between the provider's rate and the mid-market rate (9.1678).
How long does a GBP to CNY transfer take?
Delivery times for GBP to CNY transfers range from minutes (with express options) to 3–5 business days for standard bank wires. Most specialist providers deliver within 1–2 business days.
FastExpress delivery
- Panda RemitMinutes
- TapTap SendUnder 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
- WiseInstant to 2 days
- RemitlyMinutes to 3-5 days
Standard delivery
- TorFX1-3 business days
- Regency FXSame day to 2 business days
GBP to CNY Exchange Rate History
Daily best exchange rates from top providers over the last 60 days. Rates shown are for sending $100.
| Date | __mid Market__ | ACE Money Transfer | TapTap Send | Pandaremit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trend | ||||
| May 26 | 9.1155✓ | — | 8.9400 | 9.1155✓ |
| May 25 | 9.1128✓ | — | 8.9300 | 9.1128✓ |
| May 24 | 9.0676✓ | — | 8.9000 | 9.0676✓ |
| May 23 | 9.0676✓ | — | 8.9000 | 9.0676✓ |
| May 22 | 9.0911✓ | — | 8.9100 | 9.0911✓ |
| May 21 | 9.0993✓ | — | 8.9000 | 9.0993✓ |
| May 20 | 9.0918✓ | — | 8.9000 | 9.0918✓ |
| May 19 | 9.0919✓ | — | 8.9000 | 9.0919✓ |
| May 18 | 8.8300✓ | — | 8.8300✓ | — |
| May 17 | 8.8500✓ | — | 8.8500✓ | — |
| May 16 | 8.9841✓ | 8.9841✓ | 8.8500 | — |
| May 15 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | 8.8500 | — |
| May 14 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | 8.9300 | — |
| May 13 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| May 12 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| May 11 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| May 10 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| May 9 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| May 8 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| May 7 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| May 6 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| May 5 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| May 4 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| May 3 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| May 2 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| May 1 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 30 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 29 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 28 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 27 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 26 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 25 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 24 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 23 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 22 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 21 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 20 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 19 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 18 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 17 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 16 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 15 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 14 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 13 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 12 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 11 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 10 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 9 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 8 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 7 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 6 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 5 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 4 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 3 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 2 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Apr 1 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Mar 31 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Mar 30 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Mar 29 | 9.1018✓ | 9.1018✓ | — | — |
| Mar 28 | 9.1466✓ | 9.1466✓ | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about sending money from GBP to CNY
What is the best GBP to CNY exchange rate today?
Exchange rates change constantly. Use our comparison table above to see real-time GBP to CNY rates from every provider. The mid-market rate is shown for reference — look for providers offering rates closest to it.
What is the cheapest way to convert GBP to CNY?
Specialist transfer providers like Wise, Remitly, and OFX typically offer the best total value. Compare the total CNY received (after fees and rate markup) rather than just the fee or rate alone.
How long does a GBP to CNY transfer take?
Transfer speeds vary by provider: some deliver within minutes, while standard bank wires take 2–5 business days. Express options are available from most specialist providers for a small additional fee.
Is it cheaper to use a bank or a specialist provider for GBP to CNY?
Specialist providers are almost always cheaper. Banks typically charge £25–50 per transfer plus a 2–5% exchange rate markup. Specialist providers like Wise, Revolut, and Remitly charge £0–10 with markups under 1%, saving you significantly on every transfer.
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