SWIFT/BIC code ABOCCNBJ120
ABOCCNBJ120 belongs to Agricultural Bank of China, The in Hefei, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABOCCNBJ120 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABOCCNBJ |
| Branch code | 120 |
| Bank | Agricultural Bank of China, The |
| Branch | Anhui Branch |
| City | Hefei |
| Country | China |
How the Agricultural Bank of China, The SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABOC 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.
- 120 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code ABOCCNBJ120?
ABOCCNBJ120 identifies Anhui Branch, part of Agricultural Bank of China, The in Hefei, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Agricultural Bank of China, The?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ABOCCNBJ120, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Agricultural Bank of China, The?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Agricultural Bank of China, The?
Banks often 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.
Can I use ABOCCNBJ instead of ABOCCNBJ120?
ABOCCNBJ points to the head office of Agricultural Bank of China, The, while ABOCCNBJ120 is Anhui Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ABOCCNBJ120 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use ABOCCNBJ120 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ABOCCNBJ120 against the details from Agricultural Bank of China, The before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.