SWIFT/BIC code ELGTCNS1260
ELGTCNS1260 belongs to The Eland Group China in Xian, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ELGTCNS1260 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ELGTCNS1 |
| Branch code | 260 |
| Bank | The Eland Group China |
| Branch | — |
| City | Xian |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- 260 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 is behind BIC ELGTCNS1260?
ELGTCNS1260 identifies The Eland Group China, a unit of The Eland Group China in Xian, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter ELGTCNS1260 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ELGTCNS1260 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to The Eland Group China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to The Eland Group China take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at The Eland Group China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ELGTCNS1260, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use ELGTCNS1 instead of ELGTCNS1260?
ELGTCNS1 points to the head office of The Eland Group China, while ELGTCNS1260 points to The Eland Group China. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ELGTCNS1260.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.