SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22ST2
GDBKCN22ST2 belongs to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Guangdong, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GDBKCN22ST2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GDBKCN22 |
| Branch code | ST2 |
| Bank | China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) |
| Branch | Jieyang Office |
| City | Guangdong |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- ST2 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 SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22ST2?
GDBKCN22ST2 identifies Jieyang Office, a unit of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Guangdong, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter GDBKCN22ST2 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GDBKCN22ST2 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)?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in GDBKCN22ST2 stand for?
GDBK is the bank 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 ST2 identifies the branch Jieyang Office.
Can I use GDBKCN22 instead of GDBKCN22ST2?
GDBKCN22 points to the main office of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank), while GDBKCN22ST2 is Jieyang Office. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GDBKCN22ST2.
How long does a transfer to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. 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.