SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ316
CIBKCNBJ316 belongs to China Citic Bank in Zhoushan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ316 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 316 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Zhoushan Branch |
| City | Zhoushan |
| 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.
- 316 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 CIBKCNBJ316?
CIBKCNBJ316 identifies Zhoushan Branch, a unit of China Citic Bank in Zhoushan, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Citic Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ316, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
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. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
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. All of them are listed on the page of China Citic Bank.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ316?
CIBKCNBJ points to the head office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ316 is Zhoushan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBKCNBJ316.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.