SWIFT/BIC code BEASCNSHWUX
BEASCNSHWUX belongs to The Bank of East Asia (China) Limited in Wuxi, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEASCNSHWUX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEASCNSH |
| Branch code | WUX |
| Bank | The Bank of East Asia (China) Limited |
| Branch | Wu Xi Branch |
| City | Wuxi |
| Country | China |
The way the The Bank of East Asia (China) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BEAS 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.
- WUX 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 code BEASCNSHWUX?
BEASCNSHWUX identifies Wu Xi Branch, a unit of The Bank of East Asia (China) Limited in Wuxi, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to The Bank of East Asia (China) Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BEASCNSH instead of BEASCNSHWUX?
BEASCNSH is the head office of The Bank of East Asia (China) Limited, while BEASCNSHWUX points to Wu Xi Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BEASCNSHWUX if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to The Bank of East Asia (China) Limited take in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter BEASCNSHWUX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BEASCNSHWUX with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in BEASCNSHWUX stand for?
BEAS is the bank code of The Bank of East Asia (China) Limited, CN stands for China, SH is the code for the city or region and WUX identifies the department Wu Xi Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.