SWIFT/BIC code BJCNCNBJSJZ
BJCNCNBJSJZ belongs to Bank of Beijing in Shijiazhuang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BJCNCNBJSJZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BJCNCNBJ |
| Branch code | SJZ |
| Bank | Bank of Beijing |
| Branch | Shijiazhuang Branch |
| City | Shijiazhuang |
| Country | China |
How the Bank of Beijing SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BJCN 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.
- SJZ 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code BJCNCNBJSJZ?
BJCNCNBJSJZ identifies Shijiazhuang Branch, a unit of Bank of Beijing in Shijiazhuang, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Beijing in China?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Beijing take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Beijing?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BJCNCNBJSJZ, 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.
What happens if I use BJCNCNBJSJZ with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BJCNCNBJSJZ with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in BJCNCNBJSJZ stand for?
BJCN is the institution code of Bank of Beijing, CN is the ISO code of China, BJ is the code for the city or region and SJZ is the code of the department Shijiazhuang Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.