SWIFT/BIC code ICBKCNBJHNP
ICBKCNBJHNP belongs to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Haikou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICBKCNBJHNP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | HNP |
| Bank | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China |
| Branch | Hainan Provincial Branch |
| City | Haikou |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- HNP 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 branch is behind BIC ICBKCNBJHNP?
The code ICBKCNBJHNP belongs to Hainan Provincial Branch, a branch or department of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Haikou, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter ICBKCNBJHNP with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ICBKCNBJHNP with the recipient before sending.
Can I use ICBKCNBJ instead of ICBKCNBJHNP?
ICBKCNBJ is the main office of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, while ICBKCNBJHNP points to Hainan Provincial Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ICBKCNBJHNP if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Industrial and Commercial Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ICBKCNBJHNP, 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 a transfer to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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.