SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ212
CIBKCNBJ212 belongs to China Citic Bank in Zhenjiang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ212 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 212 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Zhenjiang Branch |
| City | Zhenjiang |
| 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.
- 212 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ212?
CIBKCNBJ212 identifies Zhenjiang Branch, part of China Citic Bank in Zhenjiang, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use CIBKCNBJ212 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIBKCNBJ212 with the recipient before sending.
Has China Citic Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 95 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Citic Bank in China. All of them are listed on the page of China Citic Bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Citic Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ212?
CIBKCNBJ points to the head office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ212 points to Zhenjiang Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBKCNBJ212.
How long does a transfer to China Citic Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.