SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22ST1

GDBKCN22ST1 belongs to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Shantou, China.

GDBKCN22ST1

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGDBKCN22ST1
8-character codeGDBKCN22
Branch codeST1
BankChina Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank)
BranchShantou Branch
CityShantou
CountryChina

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.
ST1 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22ST1?

GDBKCN22ST1 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shantou Branch, a unit of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Shantou, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter GDBKCN22ST1 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GDBKCN22ST1 against the details from China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) before you confirm.

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 GDBKCN22ST1, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

What does each part of GDBKCN22ST1 mean?

GDBK is the bank code of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank), CN stands for China, 22 is the location code and ST1 identifies the department Shantou Branch.

What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.

How long does it take to send money to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank)?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.