SWIFT/BIC code PCBCAU2SXXX
PCBCAU2SXXX belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCAU2SXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCAU2S |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code PCBCAU2SXXX?
PCBCAU2SXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia. It is the code to use when a payment to China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use PCBCAU2SXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PCBCAU2SXXX against the details from China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PCBCAU2SXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of PCBCAU2SXXX mean?
PCBC is the institution code of China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation Sydney Branch?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.