SWIFT/BIC code ELGTCNS1206
ELGTCNS1206 belongs to The Eland Group China in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ELGTCNS1206 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ELGTCNS1 |
| Branch code | 206 |
| 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.
- 206 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 branch uses SWIFT code ELGTCNS1206?
ELGTCNS1206 identifies The Eland Group China, a unit of The Eland Group China in Shanghai, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in ELGTCNS1206 stand for?
ELGT is the bank code of The Eland Group China, CN is the ISO code of China, S1 is the code for the city or region and 206 identifies the branch The Eland Group China.
What is the best way to send money to The Eland Group China in China?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to The Eland Group China in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at The Eland Group China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ELGTCNS1206, 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 ELGTCNS1206 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ELGTCNS1206 against the details from The Eland Group China before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.