SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBSXXX
CMBCCNBSXXX belongs to China Merchants Bank in Shenzhen, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBCCNBSXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBCCNBS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | China Merchants Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shenzhen |
| Country | China |
How the China Merchants Bank SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- XXX 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 is behind BIC CMBCCNBSXXX?
CMBCCNBSXXX identifies the main office of China Merchants Bank in Shenzhen, China. Use it when you send money to an account at China Merchants Bank.
Is CMBCCNBS and CMBCCNBSXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CMBCCNBS is the short version of CMBCCNBSXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to China Merchants Bank in Shenzhen.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Merchants Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CMBCCNBSXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in CMBCCNBSXXX mean?
CMBC is the bank code of China Merchants Bank, CN is the ISO code of China, BS is the location code and XXX means the head office.
How long does a transfer to China Merchants Bank take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to China Merchants Bank in China?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.