SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22WLB
GDBKCN22WLB belongs to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Urumqi, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GDBKCN22WLB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GDBKCN22 |
| Branch code | WLB |
| Bank | China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) |
| Branch | Urumqi Branch |
| City | Urumqi |
| 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.
- WLB 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 is behind SWIFT code GDBKCN22WLB?
GDBKCN22WLB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Urumqi Branch, part of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Urumqi, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) got other 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. All of them are listed on the page of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank).
What happens if I use GDBKCN22WLB incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GDBKCN22WLB with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use GDBKCN22 instead of GDBKCN22WLB?
GDBKCN22 points to the main office of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank), while GDBKCN22WLB points to Urumqi Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GDBKCN22WLB if the recipient asks for it.
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 GDBKCN22WLB, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank)?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.