SWIFT/BIC code OUBKCNB1022
OUBKCNB1022 belongs to Overseas Union Bank Limited in Chengdu, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OUBKCNB1022 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OUBKCNB1 |
| Branch code | 022 |
| Bank | Overseas Union Bank Limited |
| Branch | — |
| City | Chengdu |
| Country | China |
The way the Overseas Union Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OUBK 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.
- 022 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 SWIFT code OUBKCNB1022?
OUBKCNB1022 identifies Overseas Union Bank Limited, part of Overseas Union Bank Limited in Chengdu, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Overseas Union Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use OUBKCNB1022 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check OUBKCNB1022 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at Overseas Union Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code OUBKCNB1022, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Overseas Union Bank Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in OUBKCNB1022 stand for?
OUBK is the institution code of Overseas Union Bank Limited, CN is the ISO code of China, B1 is the code for the city or region and 022 is the code of the department Overseas Union Bank Limited.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.