SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ315
CIBKCNBJ315 belongs to China Citic Bank in Ningbo, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ315 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 315 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Ningbo Branch |
| City | Ningbo |
| Country | China |
How the China Citic Bank SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 315 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 SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ315?
CIBKCNBJ315 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ningbo Branch, a unit of China Citic Bank in Ningbo, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has China Citic Bank got other 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. All of them are listed on the page of China Citic Bank.
How long does a transfer to China Citic Bank take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ315?
CIBKCNBJ is the main office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ315 points to Ningbo Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBKCNBJ315.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at China Citic Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ315, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to China Citic Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.