SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBS601
CMBCCNBS601 belongs to China Merchants Bank in Zhanjiang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBS601 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | 601 |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Zhanjiang Branch |
| City | Zhanjiang |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- 601 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 BIC CMBCCNBS601?
The code CMBCCNBS601 belongs to Zhanjiang Branch, a branch or department of China Merchants Bank in Zhanjiang, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in CMBCCNBS601 stand for?
CMBC is the bank code of China Merchants Bank, CN stands for China, BS is the location code and 601 identifies the branch Zhanjiang Branch.
What happens if I enter CMBCCNBS601 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CMBCCNBS601 against the details from China Merchants Bank before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Merchants Bank in China?
Banks often 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.
Can I use CMBCCNBS instead of CMBCCNBS601?
CMBCCNBS is the head office of China Merchants Bank, while CMBCCNBS601 is Zhanjiang Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CMBCCNBS601 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to China Merchants Bank take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist 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.