SWIFT/BIC code HXBKCNBJ230
HXBKCNBJ230 belongs to Hua Xia Bank in Shaoxing, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HXBKCNBJ230 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HXBKCNBJ |
| Branch code | 230 |
| Bank | Hua Xia Bank |
| Branch | Shaoxing Branch |
| City | Shaoxing |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- 230 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 BIC HXBKCNBJ230?
HXBKCNBJ230 identifies Shaoxing Branch, a branch or department of Hua Xia Bank in Shaoxing, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HXBKCNBJ230 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HXBKCNBJ230 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best 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 transfer services before you send.
Can I use HXBKCNBJ instead of HXBKCNBJ230?
HXBKCNBJ points to the main office of Hua Xia Bank, while HXBKCNBJ230 is Shaoxing Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HXBKCNBJ230 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Hua Xia Bank take in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Hua Xia Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HXBKCNBJ230, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.