SWIFT/BIC code OUBKCNS1XXX
OUBKCNS1XXX belongs to Overseas Union Bank LTD Shanghai Branch in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OUBKCNS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OUBKCNS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Overseas Union Bank LTD Shanghai Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the Overseas Union Bank LTD Shanghai Branch 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).
- S1 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 bank uses BIC OUBKCNS1XXX?
OUBKCNS1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Overseas Union Bank LTD Shanghai Branch in Shanghai, China. Use it when you send money to an account at Overseas Union Bank LTD Shanghai Branch.
Does Overseas Union Bank LTD Shanghai Branch have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – OUBKCNS1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Overseas Union Bank LTD Shanghai Branch in China, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to Overseas Union Bank LTD Shanghai Branch in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter OUBKCNS1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check OUBKCNS1XXX against the details from Overseas Union Bank LTD Shanghai Branch before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Overseas Union Bank LTD Shanghai Branch?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code OUBKCNS1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Are OUBKCNS1 and OUBKCNS1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. OUBKCNS1 is the 8-character version of OUBKCNS1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Overseas Union Bank LTD Shanghai Branch in Shanghai.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.