SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS241
CMBCCNBS241 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Chengdu, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS241 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 241 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Chengdu Branch |
| City | Chengdu |
| Country | China |
The way the China Merchants Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 241 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 uses BIC CMBCCNBS241?
The code CMBCCNBS241 belongs to Chengdu Branch, a branch or department of China Merchants Bank in Chengdu, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CMBCCNBS instead of CMBCCNBS241?
CMBCCNBS is the main office of China Merchants Bank, while CMBCCNBS241 points to Chengdu Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CMBCCNBS241 if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in CMBCCNBS241 stand for?
CMBC is the bank code of China Merchants Bank, CN is the ISO code of China, BS is the code for the city or region and 241 identifies the department Chengdu Branch.
What happens if I enter CMBCCNBS241 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CMBCCNBS241 against the details from China Merchants Bank before you confirm.
Has China Merchants Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 69 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Merchants Bank in China. All of them are listed on the page of China Merchants Bank.
How long does it take to send money to China Merchants Bank in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 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.