SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22SZ1
GDBKCN22SZ1 belongs to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Shenzhen, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GDBKCN22SZ1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GDBKCN22 |
| Branch code | SZ1 |
| Bank | China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) |
| Branch | Shenzhen Branch |
| City | Shenzhen |
| 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.
- SZ1 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 is behind BIC GDBKCN22SZ1?
GDBKCN22SZ1 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shenzhen Branch, part of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Shenzhen, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter GDBKCN22SZ1 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GDBKCN22SZ1 against the details from China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) take in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22SZ1, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest 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 what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use GDBKCN22 instead of GDBKCN22SZ1?
GDBKCN22 is the head office of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank), while GDBKCN22SZ1 is Shenzhen Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use GDBKCN22SZ1 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.