SWIFT/BIC code SDBCCNBJSMN
SDBCCNBJSMN belongs to China Development Bank in Xiamen, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SDBCCNBJSMN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SDBCCNBJ |
| Branch code | SMN |
| Bank | China Development Bank |
| Branch | Xiamen Branch |
| City | Xiamen |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- SMN 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 SDBCCNBJSMN?
SDBCCNBJSMN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Xiamen Branch, a branch or department of China Development Bank in Xiamen, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has China Development Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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 several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to China Development Bank take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Development Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SDBCCNBJSMN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use SDBCCNBJ instead of SDBCCNBJSMN?
SDBCCNBJ is the main office of China Development Bank, while SDBCCNBJSMN is Xiamen Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SDBCCNBJSMN if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.