SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22BXB
GDBKCN22BXB belongs to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Benxi, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GDBKCN22BXB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GDBKCN22 |
| Branch code | BXB |
| Bank | China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) |
| Branch | Benxi Branch |
| City | Benxi |
| Country | China |
The way the China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GDBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BXB 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 uses BIC GDBKCN22BXB?
GDBKCN22BXB identifies Benxi Branch, part of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Benxi, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22BXB, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in GDBKCN22BXB stand for?
GDBK is the institution code of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank), CN is the ISO code of China, 22 is the code for the city or region and BXB identifies the department Benxi Branch.
How long does it take to send money to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank)?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use GDBKCN22 instead of GDBKCN22BXB?
GDBKCN22 points to the head office of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank), while GDBKCN22BXB is Benxi Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GDBKCN22BXB.
What happens if I use GDBKCN22BXB incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GDBKCN22BXB with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.