SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ454
CIBKCNBJ454 belongs to China Citic Bank in Jiaozuo, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ454 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 454 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Jiaozuo Branch |
| City | Jiaozuo |
| Country | China |
How the China Citic Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 454 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
What bank is behind BIC CIBKCNBJ454?
The code CIBKCNBJ454 belongs to Jiaozuo Branch, part of China Citic Bank in Jiaozuo, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ454?
CIBKCNBJ points to the main office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ454 is Jiaozuo Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBKCNBJ454.
Has China Citic Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 95 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Citic Bank in China. All of them are listed on the page of China Citic Bank.
What happens if I use CIBKCNBJ454 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIBKCNBJ454 with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at China Citic Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ454, 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.
How long does a transfer to China Citic Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.