SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJGSX
PCBCCNBJGSX belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation in Gansu, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCCNBJGSX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCCNBJ |
| Branch code | GSX |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation |
| Branch | Gansu Branch |
| City | Gansu |
| Country | China |
The way the China Construction Bank Corporation 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.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BJ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GSX 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 uses SWIFT code PCBCCNBJGSX?
PCBCCNBJGSX identifies Gansu Branch, a unit of China Construction Bank Corporation in Gansu, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at China Construction Bank Corporation?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJGSX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in PCBCCNBJGSX mean?
PCBC is the bank code of China Construction Bank Corporation, CN is the ISO code of China, BJ is the location code and GSX is the code of the department Gansu Branch.
What happens if I use PCBCCNBJGSX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PCBCCNBJGSX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan 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.