SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJXXX
CIBKCNBJXXX belongs to China Citic Bank in Beijing, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIBKCNBJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | China Citic Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Beijing |
| 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.
- XXX 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 bank is behind BIC CIBKCNBJXXX?
The code CIBKCNBJXXX belongs to the head office of China Citic Bank in Beijing, China. Use it when a payment to China Citic Bank does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Citic Bank in China?
Many banks 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.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at China Citic Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CIBKCNBJXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of CIBKCNBJXXX mean?
CIBK is the bank code of China Citic Bank, CN is the ISO code of China, BJ is the location code and XXX means the head office.
How long does a transfer to China Citic Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use CIBKCNBJXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIBKCNBJXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.