SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS270
CMBCCNBS270 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Wuxi, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS270 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 270 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Wuxi Branch |
| City | Wuxi |
| 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.
- 270 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 code CMBCCNBS270?
CMBCCNBS270 identifies Wuxi Branch, a unit of China Merchants Bank in Wuxi, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to China Merchants Bank take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Merchants Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS270, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Merchants Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
Can I use CMBCCNBS instead of CMBCCNBS270?
CMBCCNBS is the main office of China Merchants Bank, while CMBCCNBS270 is Wuxi Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CMBCCNBS270 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use CMBCCNBS270 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CMBCCNBS270 against the details from China Merchants Bank before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.