SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS275
CMBCCNBS275 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Suzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS275 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 275 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Suzhou Branch |
| City | Suzhou |
| Country | China |
How the China Merchants Bank 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.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BS Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 275 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 BIC CMBCCNBS275?
The code CMBCCNBS275 belongs to Suzhou Branch, a branch or department of China Merchants Bank in Suzhou, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to China Merchants Bank?
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.
How long does a transfer to China Merchants Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter CMBCCNBS275 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CMBCCNBS275 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of CMBCCNBS275 mean?
CMBC is the institution code of China Merchants Bank, CN stands for China, BS is the location code and 275 is the code of the department Suzhou Branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at China Merchants Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS275, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, 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.