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SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ246

CIBKCNBJ246 belongs to China Citic Bank in Anqing, China.

CIBKCNBJ246

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCIBKCNBJ246
8-character codeCIBKCNBJ
Branch code246
BankChina Citic Bank
BranchAnqing Branch
CityAnqing
CountryChina

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.
246 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 BIC CIBKCNBJ246?

The code CIBKCNBJ246 belongs to Anqing Branch, part of China Citic Bank in Anqing, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ246?

CIBKCNBJ points to the head office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ246 is Anqing Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CIBKCNBJ246 if the recipient asks for it.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at China Citic Bank?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ246, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

What is the best way to send money to China Citic Bank?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I use CIBKCNBJ246 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIBKCNBJ246 with the recipient before you confirm.

How long does it take to send money to China Citic Bank in China?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 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.