SWIFT/BIC code GEBACN21XXX
GEBACN21XXX belongs to Fortis Bank S.A./N.V. Guangzhou Branch in Guangzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GEBACN21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GEBACN21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Fortis Bank S.A./N.V. Guangzhou Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Guangzhou |
| Country | China |
How the Fortis Bank S.A./N.V. Guangzhou Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GEBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code GEBACN21XXX?
GEBACN21XXX identifies the headquarters of Fortis Bank S.A./N.V. Guangzhou Branch in Guangzhou, China. It is the code to use when a payment to Fortis Bank S.A./N.V. Guangzhou Branch does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Fortis Bank S.A./N.V. Guangzhou Branch?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Fortis Bank S.A./N.V. Guangzhou Branch in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Fortis Bank S.A./N.V. Guangzhou Branch have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GEBACN21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Fortis Bank S.A./N.V. Guangzhou Branch in China, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use GEBACN21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GEBACN21XXX against the details from Fortis Bank S.A./N.V. Guangzhou Branch before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at Fortis Bank S.A./N.V. Guangzhou Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code GEBACN21XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.