SWIFT/BIC code EVERCNBJLZ1
EVERCNBJLZ1 belongs to China Everbright Bank in Lanzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EVERCNBJLZ1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EVERCNBJ |
| Branch code | LZ1 |
| Bank | China Everbright Bank |
| Branch | Lanzhou Branch |
| City | Lanzhou |
| Country | China |
How the China Everbright Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EVER Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BJ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- LZ1 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 EVERCNBJLZ1?
EVERCNBJLZ1 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lanzhou Branch, a branch or department of China Everbright Bank in Lanzhou, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use EVERCNBJ instead of EVERCNBJLZ1?
EVERCNBJ is the head office of China Everbright Bank, while EVERCNBJLZ1 points to Lanzhou Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use EVERCNBJLZ1 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to China Everbright Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to China Everbright Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in EVERCNBJLZ1 mean?
EVER is the institution code of China Everbright Bank, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and LZ1 identifies the branch Lanzhou Branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Everbright Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code EVERCNBJLZ1, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.