SWIFT/BIC code ABOCCNBJ270
ABOCCNBJ270 belongs to Agricultural Bank of China, The in Lanzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABOCCNBJ270 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABOCCNBJ |
| Branch code | 270 |
| Bank | Agricultural Bank of China, The |
| Branch | Gansu Branch |
| City | Lanzhou |
| Country | China |
How the Agricultural Bank of China, The SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 270 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code ABOCCNBJ270?
The code ABOCCNBJ270 belongs to Gansu Branch, a branch or department of Agricultural Bank of China, The in Lanzhou, 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 ABOCCNBJ270, 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.
How long does a transfer to Agricultural Bank of China, The take in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Agricultural Bank of China, The?
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 – the difference can be large.
Can I use ABOCCNBJ instead of ABOCCNBJ270?
ABOCCNBJ points to the head office of Agricultural Bank of China, The, while ABOCCNBJ270 points to Gansu Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ABOCCNBJ270.
What happens if I enter ABOCCNBJ270 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ABOCCNBJ270 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.