SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ550
CIBKCNBJ550 belongs to China Citic Bank in Guiyang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ550 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 550 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Guiyang Br. |
| City | Guiyang |
| 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.
- 550 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 BIC CIBKCNBJ550?
The code CIBKCNBJ550 belongs to Guiyang Br., a unit of China Citic Bank in Guiyang, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to China Citic Bank in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter CIBKCNBJ550 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CIBKCNBJ550 against the details from China Citic Bank before sending.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ550?
CIBKCNBJ is the main office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ550 points to Guiyang Br.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBKCNBJ550.
What do I need to send money to an account at China Citic Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ550, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Does China Citic Bank have 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.