SWIFT/BIC code BNPACNSHXXX
BNPACNSHXXX belongs to BNP Paribas (China) LTD in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPACNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPACNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas (China) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the BNP Paribas (China) LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 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 is behind BIC BNPACNSHXXX?
BNPACNSHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of BNP Paribas (China) LTD in Shanghai, China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at BNP Paribas (China) LTD.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas (China) LTD?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Has BNP Paribas (China) LTD got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas (China) LTD in China. All of them are listed on the page of BNP Paribas (China) LTD.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas (China) LTD take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of BNPACNSHXXX stand for?
BNPA is the institution code of BNP Paribas (China) LTD, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at BNP Paribas (China) LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BNPACNSHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.