SWIFT/BIC code EVERCNBJSH2
EVERCNBJSH2 belongs to China Everbright Bank in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EVERCNBJSH2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EVERCNBJ |
| Branch code | SH2 |
| Bank | China Everbright Bank |
| Branch | China Everbright Bank Shanghai Free Trade Zone Unit |
| City | Shanghai |
| 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.
- SH2 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 SWIFT code EVERCNBJSH2?
EVERCNBJSH2 is the SWIFT/BIC code of China Everbright Bank Shanghai Free Trade Zone Unit, a branch or department of China Everbright Bank in Shanghai, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at China Everbright Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code EVERCNBJSH2, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use EVERCNBJ instead of EVERCNBJSH2?
EVERCNBJ points to the main office of China Everbright Bank, while EVERCNBJSH2 is China Everbright Bank Shanghai Free Trade Zone Unit. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention EVERCNBJSH2.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Everbright Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to China Everbright Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does China Everbright Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 42 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Everbright Bank in China. All of them are listed on the page of China Everbright Bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.