SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22KM1
GDBKCN22KM1 belongs to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Kunming, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GDBKCN22KM1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GDBKCN22 |
| Branch code | KM1 |
| Bank | China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) |
| Branch | Kunming Branch |
| City | Kunming |
| Country | China |
How the China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- KM1 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 uses BIC GDBKCN22KM1?
GDBKCN22KM1 identifies Kunming Branch, a unit of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Kunming, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22KM1, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use GDBKCN22 instead of GDBKCN22KM1?
GDBKCN22 points to the head office of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank), while GDBKCN22KM1 is Kunming Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GDBKCN22KM1 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in China?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.