SWIFT/BIC code ICBKCNBJGYG
ICBKCNBJGYG belongs to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Guiyang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICBKCNBJGYG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | GYG |
| Bank | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China |
| Branch | Guiyang City Branch |
| City | Guiyang |
| Country | China |
How the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- GYG 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/BIC code ICBKCNBJGYG?
The code ICBKCNBJGYG belongs to Guiyang City Branch, a branch or department of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Guiyang, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in ICBKCNBJGYG 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 GYG is the code of the department Guiyang City Branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Industrial and Commercial Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ICBKCNBJGYG, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use ICBKCNBJ instead of ICBKCNBJGYG?
ICBKCNBJ is the main office of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, while ICBKCNBJGYG is Guiyang City Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ICBKCNBJGYG.
How long does it take to send money to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
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 transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.