SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ22A
CIBKCNBJ22A belongs to China Citic Bank in Tai Zhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ22A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 22A |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Taizhou Branch |
| City | Tai Zhou |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- 22A 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 code CIBKCNBJ22A?
The code CIBKCNBJ22A belongs to Taizhou Branch, part of China Citic Bank in Tai Zhou, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has China Citic Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
How long does a transfer to China Citic Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use CIBKCNBJ22A incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CIBKCNBJ22A with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at China Citic Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ22A, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ22A?
CIBKCNBJ points to the head office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ22A is Taizhou Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBKCNBJ22A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.