SWIFT/BIC code ICBKCNBJCZU
ICBKCNBJCZU belongs to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Changzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICBKCNBJCZU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | CZU |
| Bank | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China |
| Branch | Changzhou City Branch |
| City | Changzhou |
| Country | China |
The way the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ICBK 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.
- CZU 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 ICBKCNBJCZU?
ICBKCNBJCZU identifies Changzhou City Branch, a branch or department of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Changzhou, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in ICBKCNBJCZU stand for?
ICBK is the institution code of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, CN stands for China, BJ is the code for the city or region and CZU is the code of the branch Changzhou City Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in China?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter ICBKCNBJCZU with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ICBKCNBJCZU against the details from Industrial and Commercial Bank of China before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Industrial and Commercial Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ICBKCNBJCZU, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist 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.