SWIFT/BIC code ELGTCNS1201
ELGTCNS1201 belongs to The Eland Group China in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ELGTCNS1201 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ELGTCNS1 |
| Branch code | 201 |
| Bank | The Eland Group China |
| Branch | — |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
The way the The Eland Group China SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ELGT 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.
- 201 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 ELGTCNS1201?
The code ELGTCNS1201 belongs to The Eland Group China, a unit of The Eland Group China in Shanghai, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does The Eland Group China have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 19 SWIFT/BIC codes for The Eland Group China in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of The Eland Group China.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at The Eland Group China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ELGTCNS1201, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter ELGTCNS1201 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ELGTCNS1201 with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to The Eland Group China in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to The Eland Group China?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.