SWIFT/BIC code BCITCNSHXXX
BCITCNSHXXX belongs to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA Shanghai in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCITCNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCITCNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Intesa Sanpaolo SPA Shanghai |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
The way the Intesa Sanpaolo SPA Shanghai SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCIT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SH 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BCITCNSHXXX?
The code BCITCNSHXXX belongs to the main office of Intesa Sanpaolo SPA Shanghai in Shanghai, China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Intesa Sanpaolo SPA Shanghai.
Are BCITCNSH and BCITCNSHXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BCITCNSH is the 8-character version of BCITCNSHXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Intesa Sanpaolo SPA Shanghai in Shanghai.
What is the best way to send money to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA Shanghai in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA Shanghai in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter BCITCNSHXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCITCNSHXXX against the details from Intesa Sanpaolo SPA Shanghai before you confirm.
What does each part of BCITCNSHXXX stand for?
BCIT is the institution code of Intesa Sanpaolo SPA Shanghai, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.