SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJ830
CIBKCNBJ830 belongs to China Citic Bank in Urumqi, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJ830 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 830 |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Urumqi Branch |
| City | Urumqi |
| 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.
- 830 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 code CIBKCNBJ830?
The code CIBKCNBJ830 belongs to Urumqi Branch, a unit of China Citic Bank in Urumqi, China. Only use it if 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 CIBKCNBJ830, 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.
What is the best way to send money to China Citic Bank in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to China Citic Bank?
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.
Does China Citic Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 95 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Citic Bank in China. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJ830?
CIBKCNBJ points to the head office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJ830 points to Urumqi Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBKCNBJ830.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.