SWIFT/BIC code OUBKCNB10BS
OUBKCNB10BS belongs to Overseas Union Bank Limited in Shenzhen, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OUBKCNB10BS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OUBKCNB1 |
| Branch code | 0BS |
| Bank | Overseas Union Bank Limited |
| Branch | — |
| City | Shenzhen |
| Country | China |
How the Overseas Union Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 0BS 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code OUBKCNB10BS?
OUBKCNB10BS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Overseas Union Bank Limited, a branch or department of Overseas Union Bank Limited in Shenzhen, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Overseas Union Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code OUBKCNB10BS, 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 typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of OUBKCNB10BS stand for?
OUBK is the bank code of Overseas Union Bank Limited, CN stands for China, B1 is the code for the city or region and 0BS identifies the branch Overseas Union Bank Limited.
Can I use OUBKCNB1 instead of OUBKCNB10BS?
OUBKCNB1 is the head office of Overseas Union Bank Limited, while OUBKCNB10BS is Overseas Union Bank Limited. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention OUBKCNB10BS.
What happens if I enter OUBKCNB10BS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check OUBKCNB10BS against the details from Overseas Union Bank Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.