SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ250
CIBKCNBJ250 belongs to China Citic Bank in Jinan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ250 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 250 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Jinan Branch |
| City | Jinan |
| 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.
- 250 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 branch uses BIC CIBKCNBJ250?
The code CIBKCNBJ250 belongs to Jinan Branch, a unit of China Citic Bank in Jinan, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ250?
CIBKCNBJ is the main office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ250 is Jinan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBKCNBJ250.
What do the letters in CIBKCNBJ250 mean?
CIBK is the institution code of China Citic Bank, CN stands for China, BJ is the code for the city or region and 250 is the code of the department Jinan Branch.
What happens if I use CIBKCNBJ250 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIBKCNBJ250 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does China Citic Bank have 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 is the best way to send money to China Citic Bank in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.