SWIFT/BIC code SDBCCNBJHNA
SDBCCNBJHNA belongs to China Development Bank in Zhengzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SDBCCNBJHNA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SDBCCNBJ |
| Branch code | HNA |
| Bank | China Development Bank |
| Branch | Henan Branch |
| City | Zhengzhou |
| Country | China |
The way the China Development Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- HNA 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 is behind SWIFT code SDBCCNBJHNA?
The code SDBCCNBJHNA belongs to Henan Branch, a branch or department of China Development Bank in Zhengzhou, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use SDBCCNBJHNA with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SDBCCNBJHNA with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to China Development Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at China Development Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SDBCCNBJHNA, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in SDBCCNBJHNA mean?
SDBC is the institution code of China Development Bank, CN is the ISO code of China, BJ is the code for the city or region and HNA identifies the branch Henan Branch.
How long does a transfer to China Development Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.