SWIFT/BIC code PCBCGB2BCLR
PCBCGB2BCLR belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCGB2BCLR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCGB2B |
| Branch code | CLR |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch |
| Branch | Clearing Bank |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch 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.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2B Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CLR 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code PCBCGB2BCLR?
The code PCBCGB2BCLR belongs to Clearing Bank, part of China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch.
Can I use PCBCGB2B instead of PCBCGB2BCLR?
PCBCGB2B is the head office of China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch, while PCBCGB2BCLR points to Clearing Bank. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use PCBCGB2BCLR if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need PCBCGB2BCLR for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need PCBCGB2BCLR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.