SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ030
CIBKCNBJ030 belongs to China Citic Bank in Taiyuan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ030 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 030 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Taiyuan Branch |
| City | Taiyuan |
| 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.
- 030 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
Which branch is behind BIC CIBKCNBJ030?
CIBKCNBJ030 identifies Taiyuan Branch, part of China Citic Bank in Taiyuan, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to China Citic Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to China Citic Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter CIBKCNBJ030 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIBKCNBJ030 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at China Citic Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ030, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ030?
CIBKCNBJ points to the head office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ030 is Taiyuan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CIBKCNBJ030 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.