SWIFT/BIC code BNPACNSHFTZ
BNPACNSHFTZ belongs to BNP Paribas (China) LTD in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPACNSHFTZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPACNSH |
| Branch code | FTZ |
| Bank | BNP Paribas (China) LTD |
| Branch | Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone Sub-Branch |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the BNP Paribas (China) LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNPA 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.
- FTZ 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
What bank is behind BIC BNPACNSHFTZ?
The code BNPACNSHFTZ belongs to Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone Sub-Branch, a unit of BNP Paribas (China) LTD in Shanghai, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BNPACNSHFTZ incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BNPACNSHFTZ with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of BNPACNSHFTZ stand for?
BNPA is the institution code of BNP Paribas (China) LTD, CN stands for China, SH is the code for the city or region and FTZ identifies the branch Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone Sub-Branch.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas (China) LTD in China?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BNPACNSH instead of BNPACNSHFTZ?
BNPACNSH points to the main office of BNP Paribas (China) LTD, while BNPACNSHFTZ is Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone Sub-Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BNPACNSHFTZ if the recipient asks for it.
Has BNP Paribas (China) LTD got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas (China) LTD in China. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.