SWIFT/BIC code SDBCCNBJSCH
SDBCCNBJSCH belongs to China Development Bank in Chengdu, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SDBCCNBJSCH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SDBCCNBJ |
| Branch code | SCH |
| Bank | China Development Bank |
| Branch | Sichuan Branch |
| City | Chengdu |
| 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.
- SCH 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code SDBCCNBJSCH?
SDBCCNBJSCH identifies Sichuan Branch, part of China Development Bank in Chengdu, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does China Development Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 41 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Development Bank in China. All of them are listed on the page of China Development Bank.
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. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to China Development Bank take in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use SDBCCNBJ instead of SDBCCNBJSCH?
SDBCCNBJ points to the head office of China Development Bank, while SDBCCNBJSCH points to Sichuan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SDBCCNBJSCH.
What do I need to send money to an account at China Development Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SDBCCNBJSCH, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.