SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS245
CMBCCNBS245 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Chongqing, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS245 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 245 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Chongqing Branch |
| City | Chongqing |
| 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.
- 245 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 code CMBCCNBS245?
CMBCCNBS245 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chongqing Branch, a unit of China Merchants Bank in Chongqing, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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 the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use CMBCCNBS245 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CMBCCNBS245 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use CMBCCNBS instead of CMBCCNBS245?
CMBCCNBS points to the head office of China Merchants Bank, while CMBCCNBS245 points to Chongqing Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CMBCCNBS245.
How long does a transfer to China Merchants Bank take in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at China Merchants Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS245, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.