SWIFT/BIC code MHCBCNSHGZU
MHCBCNSHGZU belongs to Mizuho Bank (China),ltd. in Guangzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MHCBCNSHGZU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MHCBCNSH |
| Branch code | GZU |
| Bank | Mizuho Bank (China),ltd. |
| Branch | Guangzhou Branch |
| City | Guangzhou |
| Country | China |
How the Mizuho Bank (China),ltd. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MHCB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GZU 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MHCBCNSHGZU?
MHCBCNSHGZU identifies Guangzhou Branch, a unit of Mizuho Bank (China),ltd. in Guangzhou, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Mizuho Bank (China),ltd. take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use MHCBCNSHGZU incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MHCBCNSHGZU with the recipient before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Mizuho Bank (China),ltd.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MHCBCNSHGZU, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Has Mizuho Bank (China),ltd. got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 10 SWIFT/BIC codes for Mizuho Bank (China),ltd. in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Mizuho Bank (China),ltd..
Can I use MHCBCNSH instead of MHCBCNSHGZU?
MHCBCNSH points to the head office of Mizuho Bank (China),ltd., while MHCBCNSHGZU points to Guangzhou Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MHCBCNSHGZU if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.