SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJHYX
PCBCCNBJHYX belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation in Beijing, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCCNBJHYX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCCNBJ |
| Branch code | HYX |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation |
| Branch | Banking Department |
| City | Beijing |
| Country | China |
How the China Construction Bank Corporation SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- HYX 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 is behind BIC PCBCCNBJHYX?
PCBCCNBJHYX is the SWIFT/BIC code of Banking Department, a unit of China Construction Bank Corporation in Beijing, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation in China?
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.
How long does it take to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in PCBCCNBJHYX stand for?
PCBC is the institution code of China Construction Bank Corporation, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and HYX identifies the branch Banking Department.
Can I use PCBCCNBJ instead of PCBCCNBJHYX?
PCBCCNBJ is the main office of China Construction Bank Corporation, while PCBCCNBJHYX is Banking Department. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PCBCCNBJHYX.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Construction Bank Corporation?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJHYX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.