SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ071
CIBKCNBJ071 belongs to China Citic Bank in Baoding, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ071 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 071 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Baoding Branch |
| City | Baoding |
| Country | China |
The way the China Citic Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 071 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 bank is behind BIC CIBKCNBJ071?
CIBKCNBJ071 identifies Baoding Branch, a branch or department of China Citic Bank in Baoding, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to China Citic Bank?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at China Citic Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ071, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter CIBKCNBJ071 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CIBKCNBJ071 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of CIBKCNBJ071 mean?
CIBK is the bank code of China Citic Bank, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and 071 identifies the department Baoding Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Citic Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.