SWIFT/BIC code SGCLCNBJBEJ
SGCLCNBJBEJ belongs to Societe Generale (China) Limited in Beijing, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SGCLCNBJBEJ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SGCLCNBJ |
| Branch code | BEJ |
| Bank | Societe Generale (China) Limited |
| Branch | Beijing Branch |
| City | Beijing |
| Country | China |
How the Societe Generale (China) Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SGCL 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.
- BEJ 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SGCLCNBJBEJ?
SGCLCNBJBEJ is the SWIFT/BIC code of Beijing Branch, a branch or department of Societe Generale (China) Limited in Beijing, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale (China) Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use SGCLCNBJ instead of SGCLCNBJBEJ?
SGCLCNBJ is the main office of Societe Generale (China) Limited, while SGCLCNBJBEJ points to Beijing Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SGCLCNBJBEJ.
What happens if I enter SGCLCNBJBEJ with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SGCLCNBJBEJ against the details from Societe Generale (China) Limited before sending.
Does Societe Generale (China) Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale (China) Limited in China. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Generale (China) Limited.
What do the letters in SGCLCNBJBEJ stand for?
SGCL is the institution code of Societe Generale (China) Limited, CN stands for China, BJ is the code for the city or region and BEJ identifies the branch Beijing Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.