SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS288

CMBCCNBS288 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Wenzhou, China.

CMBCCNBS288

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCMBCCNBS288
8-character codeCMBCCNBS
Branch code288
BankChina Merchants Bank
BranchWenzhou Branch
CityWenzhou
CountryChina

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.
288 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 CMBCCNBS288?

CMBCCNBS288 identifies Wenzhou Branch, part of China Merchants Bank in Wenzhou, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What do I need to send money to an account at China Merchants Bank?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS288, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

What does each part of CMBCCNBS288 mean?

CMBC is the institution code of China Merchants Bank, CN stands for China, BS is the code for the city or region and 288 identifies the department Wenzhou Branch.

How long does a transfer to China Merchants Bank take in China?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.

What happens if I use CMBCCNBS288 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CMBCCNBS288 with the recipient before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.