SWIFT/BIC code ESSECNSHXXX
ESSECNSHXXX belongs to Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (Publ), Shanghai Branch in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSECNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSECNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (Publ), Shanghai Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (Publ), Shanghai Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ESSE 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 bank is behind SWIFT code ESSECNSHXXX?
ESSECNSHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (Publ), Shanghai Branch in Shanghai, China. Use it when you send money to an account at Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (Publ), Shanghai Branch.
How long does a transfer to Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (Publ), Shanghai Branch take in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in ESSECNSHXXX mean?
ESSE is the institution code of Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (Publ), Shanghai Branch, CN stands for China, SH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (Publ), Shanghai Branch?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ESSECNSHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (Publ), Shanghai Branch?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
Does Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (Publ), Shanghai Branch use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ESSECNSHXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (Publ), Shanghai Branch in China, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.