SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJSZQ
CIBKCNBJSZQ belongs to China Citic Bank in Shenzhen, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJSZQ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | SZQ |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Qianhai Branch |
| City | Shenzhen |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- SZQ 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 CIBKCNBJSZQ?
CIBKCNBJSZQ identifies Qianhai Branch, a unit of China Citic Bank in Shenzhen, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in CIBKCNBJSZQ stand for?
CIBK is the institution code of China Citic Bank, CN is the ISO code of China, BJ is the code for the city or region and SZQ identifies the branch Qianhai Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at China Citic Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJSZQ, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to China Citic Bank in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use CIBKCNBJ instead of CIBKCNBJSZQ?
CIBKCNBJ is the head office of China Citic Bank, while CIBKCNBJSZQ points to Qianhai Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIBKCNBJSZQ.
What happens if I enter CIBKCNBJSZQ with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CIBKCNBJSZQ with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.