SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS491
CMBCCNBS491 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Zhengzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS491 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 491 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Zhengzhou Branch |
| City | Zhengzhou |
| 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.
- 491 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/BIC code CMBCCNBS491?
The code CMBCCNBS491 belongs to Zhengzhou Branch, a unit of China Merchants Bank in Zhengzhou, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of CMBCCNBS491 mean?
CMBC is the bank code of China Merchants Bank, CN is the ISO code of China, BS is the location code and 491 is the code of the department Zhengzhou Branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at China Merchants Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS491, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to China Merchants Bank?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter CMBCCNBS491 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CMBCCNBS491 against the details from China Merchants Bank before sending.
What is the best way to send money to China Merchants Bank in China?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.