SWIFT/BIC code PCBCGB2LXXX
PCBCGB2LXXX belongs to China Construction Bank (London) Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | China Construction Bank (London) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the China Construction Bank (London) Limited 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).
- 2L 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 uses SWIFT code PCBCGB2LXXX?
PCBCGB2LXXX identifies the headquarters of China Construction Bank (London) Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to China Construction Bank (London) Limited does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in PCBCGB2LXXX stand for?
PCBC is the bank code of China Construction Bank (London) Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Is PCBCGB2L and PCBCGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. PCBCGB2L is the 8-character version of PCBCGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to China Construction Bank (London) Limited in London.
Do I need PCBCGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 PCBCGB2LXXX.
How long does it take to send money to China Construction Bank (London) Limited in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use PCBCGB2LXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PCBCGB2LXXX against the details from China Construction Bank (London) Limited before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.