SWIFT/BIC code BOCICNS1SZB
BOCICNS1SZB belongs to Boc International (China) Limited in Shenzhen, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOCICNS1SZB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOCICNS1 |
| Branch code | SZB |
| Bank | Boc International (China) Limited |
| Branch | Shenzhen Branch |
| City | Shenzhen |
| Country | China |
How the Boc International (China) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOCI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- SZB 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 SWIFT/BIC code BOCICNS1SZB?
The code BOCICNS1SZB belongs to Shenzhen Branch, a branch or department of Boc International (China) Limited in Shenzhen, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Boc International (China) Limited in China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in BOCICNS1SZB mean?
BOCI is the institution code of Boc International (China) Limited, CN stands for China, S1 is the location code and SZB is the code of the department Shenzhen Branch.
What happens if I use BOCICNS1SZB incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOCICNS1SZB against the details from Boc International (China) Limited before sending.
Can I use BOCICNS1 instead of BOCICNS1SZB?
BOCICNS1 is the head office of Boc International (China) Limited, while BOCICNS1SZB points to Shenzhen Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BOCICNS1SZB if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Boc International (China) Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BOCICNS1SZB, 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.