SWIFT/BIC code ICBKCNBJOPE
ICBKCNBJOPE belongs to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Beijing, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICBKCNBJOPE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | OPE |
| Bank | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China |
| Branch | Head Office - Operation Department |
| City | Beijing |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- OPE 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 uses SWIFT code ICBKCNBJOPE?
The code ICBKCNBJOPE belongs to Head Office - Operation Department, part of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Beijing, 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 in China?
Banks often 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.
Can I use ICBKCNBJ instead of ICBKCNBJOPE?
ICBKCNBJ points to the head office of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, while ICBKCNBJOPE is Head Office - Operation Department. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use ICBKCNBJOPE if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in ICBKCNBJOPE stand for?
ICBK is the bank code of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, CN stands for China, BJ is the code for the city or region and OPE identifies the department Head Office - Operation Department.
Does Industrial and Commercial Bank of China have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 143 SWIFT/BIC codes for Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in China. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.