SWIFT/BIC code APFVCNB1XXX
APFVCNB1XXX belongs to Asia Pacific Financial Services China Limited in Lanzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | APFVCNB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | APFVCNB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Asia Pacific Financial Services China Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lanzhou |
| Country | China |
How the Asia Pacific Financial Services China Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- APFV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code APFVCNB1XXX?
APFVCNB1XXX identifies the head office of Asia Pacific Financial Services China Limited in Lanzhou, China. Use it when you send money to an account at Asia Pacific Financial Services China Limited.
How long does it take to send money to Asia Pacific Financial Services China Limited?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter APFVCNB1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check APFVCNB1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in APFVCNB1XXX stand for?
APFV is the institution code of Asia Pacific Financial Services China Limited, CN stands for China, B1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Asia Pacific Financial Services China Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code APFVCNB1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Is APFVCNB1 and APFVCNB1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. APFVCNB1 is the short version of APFVCNB1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Asia Pacific Financial Services China Limited in Lanzhou.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.