SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJSFX
PCBCCNBJSFX belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCCNBJSFX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCCNBJ |
| Branch code | SFX |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation |
| Branch | Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone Branch |
| City | Shanghai |
| 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.
- SFX 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 SWIFT code PCBCCNBJSFX?
The code PCBCCNBJSFX belongs to Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone Branch, a unit of China Construction Bank Corporation in Shanghai, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at China Construction Bank Corporation?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJSFX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Does China Construction Bank Corporation have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 124 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Construction Bank Corporation in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use PCBCCNBJ instead of PCBCCNBJSFX?
PCBCCNBJ is the head office of China Construction Bank Corporation, while PCBCCNBJSFX points to Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PCBCCNBJSFX.
What happens if I use PCBCCNBJSFX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PCBCCNBJSFX against the details from China Construction Bank Corporation before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.