SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS596
CMBCCNBS596 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Haikou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS596 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 596 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Haikou Branch |
| City | Haikou |
| 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.
- 596 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 CMBCCNBS596?
CMBCCNBS596 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Haikou Branch, part of China Merchants Bank in Haikou, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of CMBCCNBS596 stand for?
CMBC is the institution code of China Merchants Bank, CN is the ISO code of China, BS is the location code and 596 is the code of the department Haikou Branch.
What happens if I use CMBCCNBS596 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CMBCCNBS596 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use CMBCCNBS instead of CMBCCNBS596?
CMBCCNBS is the main office of China Merchants Bank, while CMBCCNBS596 points to Haikou Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CMBCCNBS596 if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at China Merchants Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS596, 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.
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 what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.