SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS587
CMBCCNBS587 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Binzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS587 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 587 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Binzhou Branch |
| City | Binzhou |
| 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.
- 587 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 BIC CMBCCNBS587?
CMBCCNBS587 identifies Binzhou Branch, a branch or department of China Merchants Bank in Binzhou, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to China Merchants Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in CMBCCNBS587 mean?
CMBC is the bank code of China Merchants Bank, CN stands for China, BS is the code for the city or region and 587 identifies the branch Binzhou Branch.
What happens if I use CMBCCNBS587 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CMBCCNBS587 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use CMBCCNBS instead of CMBCCNBS587?
CMBCCNBS points to the main office of China Merchants Bank, while CMBCCNBS587 is Binzhou Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CMBCCNBS587 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to China Merchants Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.