How much cash can you carry when entering and exiting China?

For RMB currency:

When carrying RMB into or out of China, you are limited to only 20,000 yuan per person per trip.

For the Foreign currency, it is divided into exit and entry:

Exit:

1. If the amount is equal to or less than USD 5,000, customs will allow you to pass without a permit.
2. If the amount exceeds USD 5,000 but is less than or equal to USD 10,000, you must obtain a “Permit for Carrying Foreign Currency Out of the Customs Territory” from the bank.
3. For amounts exceeding USD 10,000, please remember to apply for a “Permit for Carrying Foreign Currency Out of the Customs Territory” from the Foreign Exchange Bureau in advance.

Entry:

1. The maximum allowed foreign currency is USD 5,000 or its equivalent.
2. If you exceed the limit, please declare it to customs in writing.

For further insights into your legal status in China, please contact us!