SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ014
CIBKCNBJ014 belongs to China Citic Bank in Baotou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ014 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 014 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Baotou Branch |
| City | Baotou |
| Country | China |
The way the China Citic Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CIBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BJ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 014 Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank is behind SWIFT code CIBKCNBJ014?
The code CIBKCNBJ014 belongs to Baotou Branch, part of China Citic Bank in Baotou, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use CIBKCNBJ014 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CIBKCNBJ014 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ014?
CIBKCNBJ is the main office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ014 points to Baotou Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CIBKCNBJ014 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of CIBKCNBJ014 stand for?
CIBK is the bank code of China Citic Bank, CN is the ISO code of China, BJ is the code for the city or region and 014 is the code of the branch Baotou Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Citic Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Citic Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ014, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.