SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS451
CMBCCNBS451 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Kunming, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS451 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 451 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Kunming Branch |
| City | Kunming |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- 451 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/BIC code CMBCCNBS451?
The code CMBCCNBS451 belongs to Kunming Branch, a branch or department of China Merchants Bank in Kunming, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CMBCCNBS instead of CMBCCNBS451?
CMBCCNBS is the main office of China Merchants Bank, while CMBCCNBS451 is Kunming Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CMBCCNBS451.
What happens if I enter CMBCCNBS451 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CMBCCNBS451 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does China Merchants Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 69 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Merchants Bank in China. All of them are listed on the page of China Merchants Bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at China Merchants Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS451, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to China Merchants Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 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.