SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJSHX
PCBCCNBJSHX belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCCNBJSHX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCCNBJ |
| Branch code | SHX |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation |
| Branch | Shanghai Branch |
| City | Shanghai |
| 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.
- SHX 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJSHX?
PCBCCNBJSHX identifies Shanghai Branch, part of China Construction Bank Corporation in Shanghai, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has China Construction Bank Corporation got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 124 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Construction Bank Corporation in China. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use PCBCCNBJ instead of PCBCCNBJSHX?
PCBCCNBJ points to the head office of China Construction Bank Corporation, while PCBCCNBJSHX is Shanghai Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use PCBCCNBJSHX if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation?
Banks often add 1–3% 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 happens if I enter PCBCCNBJSHX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PCBCCNBJSHX against the details from China Construction Bank Corporation before sending.
How long does a transfer to China Construction Bank Corporation take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.