SWIFT/BIC code APGTCN21XXX
APGTCN21XXX belongs to Asia Pacific Banking Group China in Guangzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | APGTCN21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | APGTCN21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Asia Pacific Banking Group China |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Guangzhou |
| Country | China |
The way the Asia Pacific Banking Group China SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- APGT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code APGTCN21XXX?
APGTCN21XXX identifies the head office of Asia Pacific Banking Group China in Guangzhou, China. Use it when you send money to an account at Asia Pacific Banking Group China.
What does each part of APGTCN21XXX mean?
APGT is the bank code of Asia Pacific Banking Group China, CN is the ISO code of China, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Asia Pacific Banking Group China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code APGTCN21XXX, 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 it take to send money to Asia Pacific Banking Group China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Asia Pacific Banking Group China use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – APGTCN21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Asia Pacific Banking Group China in China, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use APGTCN21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check APGTCN21XXX 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.