SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS101
CMBCCNBS101 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Hankou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS101 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 101 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Wuhan Branch |
| City | Hankou |
| Country | China |
How the China Merchants Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CMBC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BS Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 101 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 is behind BIC CMBCCNBS101?
CMBCCNBS101 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wuhan Branch, part of China Merchants Bank in Hankou, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Merchants Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS101, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to China Merchants Bank take in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to China Merchants Bank in China?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of CMBCCNBS101 stand for?
CMBC is the bank code of China Merchants Bank, CN stands for China, BS is the location code and 101 is the code of the branch Wuhan Branch.
Can I use CMBCCNBS instead of CMBCCNBS101?
CMBCCNBS points to the head office of China Merchants Bank, while CMBCCNBS101 points to Wuhan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CMBCCNBS101.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.