SWIFT/BIC code HXBKCNBJ14B
HXBKCNBJ14B belongs to Hua Xia Bank in Yichang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HXBKCNBJ14B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HXBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 14B |
| Bank | Hua Xia Bank |
| Branch | Yichang Branch |
| City | Yichang |
| 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.
- 14B 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HXBKCNBJ14B?
HXBKCNBJ14B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Yichang Branch, a branch or department of Hua Xia Bank in Yichang, 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?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Hua Xia Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HXBKCNBJ14B, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in HXBKCNBJ14B mean?
HXBK is the bank code of Hua Xia Bank, CN stands for China, BJ is the code for the city or region and 14B is the code of the branch Yichang Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Hua Xia Bank in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use HXBKCNBJ instead of HXBKCNBJ14B?
HXBKCNBJ points to the head office of Hua Xia Bank, while HXBKCNBJ14B points to Yichang Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HXBKCNBJ14B.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.