SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS441
CMBCCNBS441 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Hefei, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS441 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 441 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Hefei Branch |
| City | Hefei |
| 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.
- 441 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code CMBCCNBS441?
CMBCCNBS441 identifies Hefei Branch, part of China Merchants Bank in Hefei, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in CMBCCNBS441 stand for?
CMBC is the bank code of China Merchants Bank, CN is the ISO code of China, BS is the location code and 441 is the code of the branch Hefei Branch.
Can I use CMBCCNBS instead of CMBCCNBS441?
CMBCCNBS points to the head office of China Merchants Bank, while CMBCCNBS441 is Hefei Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CMBCCNBS441.
What happens if I enter CMBCCNBS441 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CMBCCNBS441 against the details from China Merchants Bank before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Merchants Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to China Merchants Bank take in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.