SWIFT/BIC code KWPBCNB1XXX
KWPBCNB1XXX belongs to Kwantung Provincial Bank in Beijing, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KWPBCNB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KWPBCNB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kwantung Provincial Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Beijing |
| Country | China |
How the Kwantung Provincial Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KWPB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 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 uses BIC KWPBCNB1XXX?
KWPBCNB1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Kwantung Provincial Bank in Beijing, China. Use it when you send money to an account at Kwantung Provincial Bank.
Does Kwantung Provincial Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, KWPBCNB1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Kwantung Provincial Bank in China, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter KWPBCNB1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check KWPBCNB1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Are KWPBCNB1 and KWPBCNB1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. KWPBCNB1 is the short version of KWPBCNB1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Kwantung Provincial Bank in Beijing.
What is the best way to send money to Kwantung Provincial Bank in China?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Kwantung Provincial Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KWPBCNB1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, 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.