SWIFT/BIC code PCBCGB2BXXX
PCBCGB2BXXX belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCGB2BXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCGB2B |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- XXX 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 institution is behind BIC PCBCGB2BXXX?
The code PCBCGB2BXXX belongs to the headquarters of China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in PCBCGB2BXXX mean?
PCBC is the bank code of China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2B is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Is PCBCGB2B and PCBCGB2BXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. PCBCGB2B is the short version of PCBCGB2BXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch in London.
Do I need PCBCGB2BXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need PCBCGB2BXXX.
How long does it take to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation London Branch?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.