SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22ZQ1
GDBKCN22ZQ1 belongs to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Zhaoqing, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GDBKCN22ZQ1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GDBKCN22 |
| Branch code | ZQ1 |
| Bank | China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) |
| Branch | Zhaoqing Branch |
| City | Zhaoqing |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- ZQ1 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 SWIFT/BIC code GDBKCN22ZQ1?
GDBKCN22ZQ1 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Zhaoqing Branch, part of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in Zhaoqing, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank)?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank) in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
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 GDBKCN22ZQ1, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter GDBKCN22ZQ1 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GDBKCN22ZQ1 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use GDBKCN22 instead of GDBKCN22ZQ1?
GDBKCN22 is the main office of China Guangfa Bank Co., LTD (Formerly Known AS Guangdong Development Bank), while GDBKCN22ZQ1 points to Zhaoqing Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GDBKCN22ZQ1.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.