SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJNXX
PCBCCNBJNXX belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation in Ningxia, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCCNBJNXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCCNBJ |
| Branch code | NXX |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation |
| Branch | Ningxia Branch |
| City | Ningxia |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- NXX 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 PCBCCNBJNXX?
PCBCCNBJNXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ningxia Branch, a branch or department of China Construction Bank Corporation in Ningxia, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation in China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of PCBCCNBJNXX mean?
PCBC is the bank code of China Construction Bank Corporation, CN is the ISO code of China, BJ is the location code and NXX identifies the department Ningxia Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at China Construction Bank Corporation?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJNXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to China Construction Bank Corporation take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use PCBCCNBJ instead of PCBCCNBJNXX?
PCBCCNBJ points to the main office of China Construction Bank Corporation, while PCBCCNBJNXX is Ningxia Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PCBCCNBJNXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.