SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJNME
PCBCCNBJNME belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation in Erlianhaote, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCCNBJNME |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCCNBJ |
| Branch code | NME |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation |
| Branch | Erlianhaote Sub Branch |
| City | Erlianhaote |
| 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.
- NME 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 is behind BIC PCBCCNBJNME?
PCBCCNBJNME identifies Erlianhaote Sub Branch, part of China Construction Bank Corporation in Erlianhaote, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in PCBCCNBJNME mean?
PCBC is the institution code of China Construction Bank Corporation, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and NME identifies the department Erlianhaote Sub Branch.
What happens if I enter PCBCCNBJNME incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PCBCCNBJNME with the recipient before sending.
Can I use PCBCCNBJ instead of PCBCCNBJNME?
PCBCCNBJ points to the head office of China Construction Bank Corporation, while PCBCCNBJNME points to Erlianhaote Sub Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PCBCCNBJNME.
How long does it take to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist 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.