SWIFT/BIC code KWHKCNBSXXX
KWHKCNBSXXX belongs to Citic Bank International (China) Limited in Shenzhen, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KWHKCNBSXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KWHKCNBS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Citic Bank International (China) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shenzhen |
| Country | China |
How the Citic Bank International (China) Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KWHK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BS Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 BIC KWHKCNBSXXX?
The code KWHKCNBSXXX belongs to the head office of Citic Bank International (China) Limited in Shenzhen, China. Use it when a payment to Citic Bank International (China) Limited does not need a specific branch.
Is KWHKCNBS and KWHKCNBSXXX the same code?
Yes. KWHKCNBS is the 8-character version of KWHKCNBSXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Citic Bank International (China) Limited in Shenzhen.
What is the best way to send money to Citic Bank International (China) Limited 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.
What does each part of KWHKCNBSXXX mean?
KWHK is the bank code of Citic Bank International (China) Limited, CN is the ISO code of China, BS is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Citic Bank International (China) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KWHKCNBSXXX, 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 happens if I use KWHKCNBSXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check KWHKCNBSXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.