SWIFT/BIC code PCBCAU2SOBU
PCBCAU2SOBU belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCAU2SOBU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCAU2S |
| Branch code | OBU |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch |
| Branch | Offshore Banking Unit |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PCBC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- OBU 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 BIC PCBCAU2SOBU?
PCBCAU2SOBU is the SWIFT/BIC code of Offshore Banking Unit, a unit of China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch in Australia. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use PCBCAU2S instead of PCBCAU2SOBU?
PCBCAU2S points to the head office of China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch, while PCBCAU2SOBU is Offshore Banking Unit. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PCBCAU2SOBU.
What happens if I enter PCBCAU2SOBU incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PCBCAU2SOBU against the details from China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.