Chinese Yuan to Israeli Shekel (CNY/ILS) Exchange Rate Today
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CNY to ILS Conversion Table
Common amounts converted from Chinese Yuan to Israeli Shekel at today's rate.
| Chinese Yuan (CNY) | Israeli Shekel (ILS) |
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| 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 Israeli Shekel will you actually receive?
Estimated cost to convert CNY 1,000 to ILS 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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Planning a trip? What to know about CNY/ILS
If you are travelling and need Israeli Shekel, the mid-market rate on this page is your benchmark. Your bank, card, or bureau de change will add their own markup. Use the provider comparison table above to see how much you would actually receive. For practical tips on getting the best rate at your destination, see the travel advice section below.
CNY/ILS rate statistics
Is today's CNY/ILS rate good or bad?
We compare today's live Chinese Yuan to Israeli Shekel 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 Israeli Shekel per unit - a better time to convert. When it is near the bottom, you may want to watch and wait.
The live analysis below updates throughout market hours and shows exactly where today's rate sits in context.
What is the CNY/ILS exchange rate?
The CNY/ILS rate tracks how many Israeli Shekel 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). ILS is issued by the Bank of Israel (BOI) (ranked 25th). Full CNY profile | Full ILS profile
Chinese Yuan to Israeli Shekel is commonly checked by travellers to Israel and tech workers with connections to Tel Aviv.
Is today's CNY/ILS rate good or bad?
The Chinese Yuan to Israeli Shekel 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 2-4% 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. Use the mid-market rate on this page as your benchmark, then compare what your bank or transfer provider actually delivers.
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 Israeli Shekel? Read this first
Converting to Chinese Yuan? China runs on mobile payments (WeChat Pay, Alipay) - cash and foreign cards can be difficult to use outside major hotels. Some mobile wallets now accept foreign cards, but check before you travel. Converting via a service like Wise to a China-linked account often beats airport rates.
Watch out: The CNY/ILS 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 now a good time to convert CNY to ILS?
Timing currency conversions requires monitoring both the People's Bank of China's monetary policy and the Bank of Israel's interest rate decisions, which influence how investors value each currency. Check the rate panel above to see the current CNY/ILS exchange rate and compare it against recent historical levels using the chart on this page.
Consider your own travel dates and budget needs rather than trying to time a perfect rate - the cost of waiting for a marginally better rate often exceeds any savings. If you're traveling to Israel soon, focus on locking in your conversion at a time that fits your schedule and risk tolerance.
What moves the CNY/ILS exchange rate?
The CNY/ILS pair responds primarily to shifts in China's economic growth data, industrial output, and the People's Bank of China's reserve requirement ratio decisions, alongside Israel's inflation trends and the Bank of Israel's monetary stance. Capital flows between the two countries, Chinese tourism to Israel, and bilateral trade in technology and agriculture also influence the rate.
Geopolitical developments affecting Middle Eastern stability and risk appetite for emerging market currencies can create volatility in this less-liquid pair. Interest rate differentials between the two central banks become especially important when one bank adjusts policy faster than the other.
Will Chinese Yuan get stronger or weaker against Israeli Shekel?
Forecasting the direction of any currency pair requires predicting central bank policy, economic growth divergence, and geopolitical events - all inherently uncertain. Rather than speculate, review the economic data: check recent reports on China's GDP growth, the People's Bank of China's stance on yuan management, and the Bank of Israel's inflation targets and rate outlook.
The rate panel above shows you the current CNY/ILS level; tracking how it moves relative to these fundamental factors will help you understand the pair's behavior. Historical context on this pair's trading range is available in the chart, which can inform your own assessment of value.
How can I avoid fees when converting CNY to ILS?
Different providers charge vastly different margins on CNY/ILS conversions: major banks typically embed wider spreads than online currency services or specialist transfer platforms. Compare the all-in cost (exchange rate plus any stated fees) across at least three providers before committing, since a seemingly small percentage difference compounds significantly on larger amounts.
Some banks waive transfer fees for larger conversions or premium account holders, so check your specific institution's terms. The comparison table on this page can help you see how different providers price this specific pair, allowing you to identify which offers the tightest all-in cost.
Should I exchange Israeli Shekel at home or abroad?
Exchanging Chinese Yuan to Israeli Shekel in China typically offers tighter spreads than airport or street exchanges in Israel, since the People's Bank of China's regulated market provides transparent pricing. However, airport exchanges in Tel Aviv are more convenient than carrying large amounts of foreign cash, which creates security and customs declaration risks on international travel.
Consider exchanging 70-80% of your budgeted amount before departure at a bank or licensed currency service in China, then obtaining emergency Shekel at the airport if your cards don't work. Compare the rates offered by your Chinese bank branch against online services using the rate panel here - the difference might justify ordering currency in advance.
How far does Chinese Yuan go in Israel?
Israel's cost of living - particularly in Tel Aviv - rivals Western European cities, so CNY goes less far than in many other travel destinations. Your purchasing power depends entirely on where you travel within Israel (Jerusalem and the periphery are cheaper than Tel Aviv) and your spending habits, but expect meals at casual restaurants and mid-range accommodations to consume your budget faster than equivalent experiences in China.
Check the current CNY/ILS rate in the panel above, then research specific prices for hotels, food, and activities you plan to do - Israeli tourism websites list prices in Shekel, allowing you to calculate your real daily budget. A meaningful buffer above your estimated expenses is wise, since currency conversion fees eat into your total spending power.
What is the cheapest way to send CNY to ILS?
International bank transfers from China to Israel typically charge $20-50 in fees but offer mid-market rates; online remittance services like TransferWise (now Wise) and similar platforms often charge lower percentage fees for CNY/ILS corridors but require both parties to have accounts set up. Cryptocurrency exchanges can offer competitive rates if both sender and recipient are comfortable with digital assets, though regulatory restrictions on CNY conversion mean this option has limitations in mainland China.
Compare the total cost - not just the headline fee but the all-in exchange rate - across your bank, at least one online specialist platform, and any other options available to you. The comparison table on this page shows how providers' effective rates differ, helping you identify the true cheapest option for your specific amount.
Learn more
- PBOC Monetary Policy - People's Bank of China policy and rate announcements
- BOI - Exchange Rates - Bank of Israel daily 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.