SWIFT/BIC code ICBKCNBJSAN
ICBKCNBJSAN belongs to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Xian, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICBKCNBJSAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | SAN |
| Bank | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China |
| Branch | Xian City Branch |
| City | Xian |
| 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.
- SAN 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 ICBKCNBJSAN?
The code ICBKCNBJSAN belongs to Xian City Branch, part of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Xian, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use ICBKCNBJSAN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ICBKCNBJSAN against the details from Industrial and Commercial Bank of China before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Industrial and Commercial Bank of China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ICBKCNBJSAN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of ICBKCNBJSAN stand for?
ICBK is the bank code of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and SAN identifies the department Xian City Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in 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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.