SWIFT/BIC code CYBKCNBJXXX
CYBKCNBJXXX belongs to Bank of Chaoyang in Chaoyang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CYBKCNBJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CYBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Chaoyang |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Chaoyang |
| Country | China |
The way the Bank of Chaoyang SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CYBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BJ 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 SWIFT/BIC code CYBKCNBJXXX?
The code CYBKCNBJXXX belongs to the headquarters of Bank of Chaoyang in Chaoyang, China. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of Chaoyang does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Chaoyang?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Chaoyang?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CYBKCNBJXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in CYBKCNBJXXX mean?
CYBK is the bank code of Bank of Chaoyang, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and XXX means the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Chaoyang?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Are CYBKCNBJ and CYBKCNBJXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CYBKCNBJ is the short version of CYBKCNBJXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank of Chaoyang in Chaoyang.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.