SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS281
CMBCCNBS281 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Hangzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS281 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 281 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Hangzhou Branch |
| City | Hangzhou |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- 281 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 CMBCCNBS281?
CMBCCNBS281 identifies Hangzhou Branch, a branch or department of China Merchants Bank in Hangzhou, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use CMBCCNBS281 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CMBCCNBS281 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of CMBCCNBS281 mean?
CMBC is the bank code of China Merchants Bank, CN stands for China, BS is the code for the city or region and 281 is the code of the department Hangzhou Branch.
Can I use CMBCCNBS instead of CMBCCNBS281?
CMBCCNBS points to the head office of China Merchants Bank, while CMBCCNBS281 points to Hangzhou Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CMBCCNBS281.
How long does it take to send money to China Merchants Bank in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. 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.