SWIFT/BIC code HXBKCNBJ08B
HXBKCNBJ08B belongs to Hua Xia Bank in Tangshan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HXBKCNBJ08B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HXBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 08B |
| Bank | Hua Xia Bank |
| Branch | Tangshan Branch |
| City | Tangshan |
| Country | China |
How the Hua Xia Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HXBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BJ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 08B 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 BIC HXBKCNBJ08B?
HXBKCNBJ08B identifies Tangshan Branch, a branch or department of Hua Xia Bank in Tangshan, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Hua Xia Bank in China?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of HXBKCNBJ08B mean?
HXBK is the bank code of Hua Xia Bank, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and 08B identifies the department Tangshan Branch.
What happens if I use HXBKCNBJ08B incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HXBKCNBJ08B against the details from Hua Xia Bank before sending.
How long does a transfer to Hua Xia Bank take 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.
Can I use HXBKCNBJ instead of HXBKCNBJ08B?
HXBKCNBJ is the head office of Hua Xia Bank, while HXBKCNBJ08B points to Tangshan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HXBKCNBJ08B.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.