SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22IAB
GDBKCN22IAB belongs to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Xian, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GDBKCN22IAB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GDBKCN22 |
| Branch code | IAB |
| Bank | China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Xian |
| Country | China |
How the China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- IAB 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 SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22IAB?
The code GDBKCN22IAB belongs to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank), a unit of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Xian, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use GDBKCN22 instead of GDBKCN22IAB?
GDBKCN22 points to the head office of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank), while GDBKCN22IAB points to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank). Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GDBKCN22IAB.
What happens if I use GDBKCN22IAB incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GDBKCN22IAB with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank)?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 61 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in China. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.