SWIFT/BIC code FCBKCNSHXXX
FCBKCNSHXXX belongs to First Commercial Bank in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCBKCNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCBKCNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Commercial Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the First Commercial Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FCBK 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
What bank uses BIC FCBKCNSHXXX?
FCBKCNSHXXX identifies the head office of First Commercial Bank in Shanghai, China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at First Commercial Bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to First Commercial Bank in China?
Many banks 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.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at First Commercial Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FCBKCNSHXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of FCBKCNSHXXX stand for?
FCBK is the bank code of First Commercial Bank, CN stands for China, SH is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
How long does a transfer to First Commercial Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does First Commercial Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for First Commercial Bank in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of First Commercial Bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.