SWIFT/BIC code CTBACNSHXXX
CTBACNSHXXX belongs to Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTBACNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTBACNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Commonwealth Bank of Australia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
The way the Commonwealth Bank of Australia SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CTBA 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 is behind BIC CTBACNSHXXX?
CTBACNSHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Shanghai, China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Commonwealth Bank of Australia.
What does each part of CTBACNSHXXX stand for?
CTBA is the bank code of Commonwealth Bank of Australia, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Commonwealth Bank of Australia?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CTBACNSHXXX, 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.
How long does it take to send money to Commonwealth Bank of Australia in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Has Commonwealth Bank of Australia got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commonwealth Bank of Australia in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Commonwealth Bank of Australia.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commonwealth Bank of Australia in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.