SWIFT/BIC code CITICNSXGCG
CITICNSXGCG belongs to Citibank (China) Co., LTD. in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CITICNSXGCG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CITICNSX |
| Branch code | GCG |
| Bank | Citibank (China) Co., LTD. |
| Branch | Gcg |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
The way the Citibank (China) Co., LTD. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CITI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GCG 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CITICNSXGCG?
The code CITICNSXGCG belongs to Gcg, a branch or department of Citibank (China) Co., LTD. in Shanghai, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of CITICNSXGCG mean?
CITI is the bank code of Citibank (China) Co., LTD., CN is the ISO code of China, SX is the location code and GCG is the code of the department Gcg.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Citibank (China) Co., LTD.?
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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use CITICNSXGCG with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CITICNSXGCG against the details from Citibank (China) Co., LTD. before you confirm.
Can I use CITICNSX instead of CITICNSXGCG?
CITICNSX points to the head office of Citibank (China) Co., LTD., while CITICNSXGCG points to Gcg. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CITICNSXGCG if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Citibank (China) Co., LTD.?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.