SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJIXA
PCBCCNBJIXA belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation in Shanxi, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCCNBJIXA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCCNBJ |
| Branch code | IXA |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation |
| Branch | Shanxi Branch |
| City | Shanxi |
| 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.
- IXA 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 BIC PCBCCNBJIXA?
PCBCCNBJIXA identifies Shanxi Branch, part of China Construction Bank Corporation in Shanxi, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Construction Bank Corporation?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJIXA, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use PCBCCNBJ instead of PCBCCNBJIXA?
PCBCCNBJ is the main office of China Construction Bank Corporation, while PCBCCNBJIXA points to Shanxi Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PCBCCNBJIXA.
What is the best way to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of PCBCCNBJIXA stand for?
PCBC is the bank code of China Construction Bank Corporation, CN is the ISO code of China, BJ is the location code and IXA is the code of the department Shanxi Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.