SWIFT/BIC code ICBKCNBJGLC
ICBKCNBJGLC belongs to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Guilin, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICBKCNBJGLC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | GLC |
| Bank | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China |
| Branch | Guilin City Branch |
| City | Guilin |
| Country | China |
The way the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- GLC 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 bank is behind SWIFT code ICBKCNBJGLC?
ICBKCNBJGLC identifies Guilin City Branch, a branch or department of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Guilin, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use ICBKCNBJGLC with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ICBKCNBJGLC against the details from Industrial and Commercial Bank of China before you confirm.
What do the letters in ICBKCNBJGLC 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 GLC is the code of the department Guilin City Branch.
Can I use ICBKCNBJ instead of ICBKCNBJGLC?
ICBKCNBJ is the main office of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, while ICBKCNBJGLC points to Guilin City Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use ICBKCNBJGLC if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically 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.