SWIFT/BIC code SDBCCNBJFTS
SDBCCNBJFTS belongs to China Development Bank in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SDBCCNBJFTS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SDBCCNBJ |
| Branch code | FTS |
| Bank | China Development Bank |
| Branch | Shanghai Free Trade Zone Branch |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the China Development Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SDBC 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.
- FTS 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 branch uses BIC SDBCCNBJFTS?
The code SDBCCNBJFTS belongs to Shanghai Free Trade Zone Branch, a branch or department of China Development Bank in Shanghai, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SDBCCNBJ instead of SDBCCNBJFTS?
SDBCCNBJ is the head office of China Development Bank, while SDBCCNBJFTS points to Shanghai Free Trade Zone Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SDBCCNBJFTS if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at China Development Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SDBCCNBJFTS, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to China Development Bank take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does China Development Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 41 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Development Bank in China. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to China Development Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.