ICBC SWIFT Code: ICBKCNBJ

The SWIFT/BIC code for Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) is ICBKCNBJ. ICBK identifies ICBC, CN stands for China, and BJ is the location code for Beijing, where the bank is headquartered.

ICBC is the largest bank in the world by total assets, holding over $6 trillion. It is one of China's "Big Four" state-owned commercial banks and serves over 700 million personal customers and 10 million corporate clients globally.

Sending a Wire Transfer to ICBC

To send an international wire to an ICBC account, provide the recipient's full name (English and Chinese characters where applicable), their account number, the SWIFT code ICBKCNBJ, and the specific branch name. ICBC's head office address is 55 Fuxingmennei Avenue, Xicheng District, Beijing 100140, China.

International wires to ICBC in CNY typically take 2 to 4 business days. Transfers in USD to ICBC's overseas branches (in cities like New York, London, or Singapore) may settle in 1 to 2 business days.

ICBC Wire Transfer Fees

ICBC charges a percentage-based fee for outgoing international wires, typically 0.1% of the transfer amount with minimum and maximum caps. Incoming international wire fees range from CNY 100 to CNY 200 depending on the currency.

The same Chinese capital control rules apply to ICBC as to all Chinese banks: individuals are limited to USD 50,000 equivalent in annual foreign exchange, and business transfers require supporting trade documentation.

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ICBC SWIFT Code: ICBKCNBJ