SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22YWB
GDBKCN22YWB belongs to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Yiwu, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GDBKCN22YWB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GDBKCN22 |
| Branch code | YWB |
| Bank | China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) |
| Branch | Yiwu Branch |
| City | Yiwu |
| 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.
- YWB 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 GDBKCN22YWB?
The code GDBKCN22YWB belongs to Yiwu Branch, a branch or department of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Yiwu, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in GDBKCN22YWB stand for?
GDBK is the institution code of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank), CN stands for China, 22 is the location code and YWB identifies the branch Yiwu Branch.
Can I use GDBKCN22 instead of GDBKCN22YWB?
GDBKCN22 points to the head office of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank), while GDBKCN22YWB points to Yiwu Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GDBKCN22YWB.
What is the best 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. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use GDBKCN22YWB with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GDBKCN22YWB with the recipient before sending.
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, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.