SWIFT/BIC code CMBCAU2SXXX
CMBCAU2SXXX belongs to China Merchants Bank Co., LTD. in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCAU2SXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCAU2S |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank Co., LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the China Merchants Bank Co., LTD. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CMBC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CMBCAU2SXXX?
The code CMBCAU2SXXX belongs to the head office of China Merchants Bank Co., LTD. in Sydney, Australia. Use it when you send money to an account at China Merchants Bank Co., LTD..
Does China Merchants Bank Co., LTD. use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CMBCAU2SXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for China Merchants Bank Co., LTD. in Australia, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use CMBCAU2SXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CMBCAU2SXXX against the details from China Merchants Bank Co., LTD. before you confirm.
Is CMBCAU2S and CMBCAU2SXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CMBCAU2S is the short version of CMBCAU2SXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach China Merchants Bank Co., LTD. in Sydney.
How long does it take to send money to China Merchants Bank Co., LTD.?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Merchants Bank Co., LTD.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.