SWIFT/BIC code CNRBCNSHXXX
CNRBCNSHXXX belongs to Canara Bank Shanghai Branch in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CNRBCNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CNRBCNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Canara Bank Shanghai Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the Canara Bank Shanghai Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CNRB 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code CNRBCNSHXXX?
The code CNRBCNSHXXX belongs to the head office of Canara Bank Shanghai Branch in Shanghai, China. Use it when you send money to an account at Canara Bank Shanghai Branch.
Are CNRBCNSH and CNRBCNSHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CNRBCNSH is the 8-character version of CNRBCNSHXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Canara Bank Shanghai Branch in Shanghai.
How long does a transfer to Canara Bank Shanghai Branch take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Canara Bank Shanghai Branch in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Canara Bank Shanghai Branch?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CNRBCNSHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in CNRBCNSHXXX mean?
CNRB is the institution code of Canara Bank Shanghai Branch, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.