SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ455
CIBKCNBJ455 belongs to China Citic Bank in Anyang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ455 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 455 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Anyang Branch |
| City | Anyang |
| 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.
- 455 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 BIC CIBKCNBJ455?
The code CIBKCNBJ455 belongs to Anyang Branch, part of China Citic Bank in Anyang, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at China Citic Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ455, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to China Citic Bank in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Citic Bank in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of CIBKCNBJ455 stand for?
CIBK is the bank code of China Citic Bank, CN stands for China, BJ is the code for the city or region and 455 identifies the department Anyang Branch.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ455?
CIBKCNBJ is the head office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ455 points to Anyang Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBKCNBJ455.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.