SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ523
CIBKCNBJ523 belongs to China Citic Bank in Dongguan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ523 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 523 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Dongguan Branch |
| City | Dongguan |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- 523 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 SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ523?
The code CIBKCNBJ523 belongs to Dongguan Branch, a branch or department of China Citic Bank in Dongguan, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to China Citic Bank in China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
Does China Citic Bank have 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ523?
CIBKCNBJ is the main office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ523 points to Dongguan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBKCNBJ523.
What do I need to send money to an account at China Citic Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ523, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use CIBKCNBJ523 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CIBKCNBJ523 against the details from China Citic Bank before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.