SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ214
CIBKCNBJ214 belongs to China Citic Bank in Wuxi, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ214 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 214 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Wuxi Branch |
| City | Wuxi |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- 214 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 CIBKCNBJ214?
CIBKCNBJ214 identifies Wuxi Branch, a branch or department of China Citic Bank in Wuxi, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has China Citic Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 95 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Citic Bank in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need to send money to an account at China Citic Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ214, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ214?
CIBKCNBJ is the main office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ214 is Wuxi Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CIBKCNBJ214 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to China Citic Bank in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter CIBKCNBJ214 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIBKCNBJ214 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.