SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJSZ1
PCBCCNBJSZ1 belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation in Shenzhen, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCCNBJSZ1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCCNBJ |
| Branch code | SZ1 |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation |
| Branch | Shenzhen Branch |
| City | Shenzhen |
| Country | China |
How the China Construction Bank Corporation SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- SZ1 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 is behind SWIFT code PCBCCNBJSZ1?
PCBCCNBJSZ1 identifies Shenzhen Branch, part of China Construction Bank Corporation in Shenzhen, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at China Construction Bank Corporation?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCNBJSZ1, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use PCBCCNBJ instead of PCBCCNBJSZ1?
PCBCCNBJ is the main office of China Construction Bank Corporation, while PCBCCNBJSZ1 points to Shenzhen Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use PCBCCNBJSZ1 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best 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 happens if I enter PCBCCNBJSZ1 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PCBCCNBJSZ1 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.