SWIFT/BIC code CSFICNSHXXX
CSFICNSHXXX belongs to China Shipping Finance Company Limited in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CSFICNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CSFICNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | China Shipping Finance Company Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
The way the China Shipping Finance Company Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CSFI 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CSFICNSHXXX?
CSFICNSHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of China Shipping Finance Company Limited in Shanghai, China. It is the code to use when a payment to China Shipping Finance Company Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use CSFICNSHXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CSFICNSHXXX against the details from China Shipping Finance Company Limited before sending.
Are CSFICNSH and CSFICNSHXXX the same code?
Yes. CSFICNSH is the short version of CSFICNSHXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach China Shipping Finance Company Limited in Shanghai.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Shipping Finance Company Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CSFICNSHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of CSFICNSHXXX mean?
CSFI is the bank code of China Shipping Finance Company Limited, CN stands for China, SH is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
How long does it take to send money to China Shipping Finance Company Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.