SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ528
CIBKCNBJ528 belongs to China Citic Bank in Foshan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ528 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 528 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Foshan Branch |
| City | Foshan |
| 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.
- 528 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ528?
CIBKCNBJ528 identifies Foshan Branch, a branch or department of China Citic Bank in Foshan, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ528?
CIBKCNBJ points to the main office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ528 points to Foshan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CIBKCNBJ528 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Citic Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has China Citic Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
What happens if I enter CIBKCNBJ528 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CIBKCNBJ528 against the details from China Citic Bank before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at China Citic Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ528, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.