SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJGDX
PCBCCNBJGDX belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation in Guangdong, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCCNBJGDX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCCNBJ |
| Branch code | GDX |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation |
| Branch | Guangdong Branch |
| City | Guangdong |
| Country | China |
How the China Construction Bank Corporation 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.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BJ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GDX 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 uses SWIFT code PCBCCNBJGDX?
PCBCCNBJGDX identifies Guangdong Branch, a unit of China Construction Bank Corporation in Guangdong, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in PCBCCNBJGDX stand for?
PCBC is the bank code of China Construction Bank Corporation, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and GDX is the code of the branch Guangdong Branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Construction Bank Corporation?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJGDX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter PCBCCNBJGDX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PCBCCNBJGDX against the details from China Construction Bank Corporation before sending.
Can I use PCBCCNBJ instead of PCBCCNBJGDX?
PCBCCNBJ is the head office of China Construction Bank Corporation, while PCBCCNBJGDX is Guangdong Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use PCBCCNBJGDX if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to China Construction Bank Corporation take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.