SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS376
CMBCCNBS376 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Weihai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS376 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 376 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Weihai Branch |
| City | Weihai |
| 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.
- 376 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 uses SWIFT code CMBCCNBS376?
CMBCCNBS376 identifies Weihai Branch, part of China Merchants Bank in Weihai, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Merchants Bank in China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
Can I use CMBCCNBS instead of CMBCCNBS376?
CMBCCNBS is the head office of China Merchants Bank, while CMBCCNBS376 is Weihai Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CMBCCNBS376 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of CMBCCNBS376 stand for?
CMBC is the institution code of China Merchants Bank, CN is the ISO code of China, BS is the location code and 376 is the code of the department Weihai Branch.
How long does it take to send money to China Merchants Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter CMBCCNBS376 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CMBCCNBS376 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.