SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS520
CMBCCNBS520 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Tianjin, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS520 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 520 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Tianjin Pilot Free Trade Zone Branch |
| City | Tianjin |
| 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.
- 520 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS520?
CMBCCNBS520 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tianjin Pilot Free Trade Zone Branch, a branch or department of China Merchants Bank in Tianjin, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use CMBCCNBS520 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CMBCCNBS520 with the recipient before sending.
Has China Merchants Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 69 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Merchants Bank in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of China Merchants Bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Merchants Bank in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to China Merchants Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use CMBCCNBS instead of CMBCCNBS520?
CMBCCNBS is the main office of China Merchants Bank, while CMBCCNBS520 is Tianjin Pilot Free Trade Zone Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CMBCCNBS520.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.