SWIFT/BIC code SGCLCNBJGZH
SGCLCNBJGZH belongs to Societe Generale (China) Limited in Guangzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SGCLCNBJGZH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SGCLCNBJ |
| Branch code | GZH |
| Bank | Societe Generale (China) Limited |
| Branch | Guangzhou Branch |
| City | Guangzhou |
| Country | China |
The way the Societe Generale (China) Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- GZH 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
What bank is behind BIC SGCLCNBJGZH?
SGCLCNBJGZH identifies Guangzhou Branch, a unit of Societe Generale (China) Limited in Guangzhou, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of SGCLCNBJGZH stand for?
SGCL is the bank code of Societe Generale (China) Limited, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and GZH identifies the department Guangzhou Branch.
Can I use SGCLCNBJ instead of SGCLCNBJGZH?
SGCLCNBJ is the head office of Societe Generale (China) Limited, while SGCLCNBJGZH points to Guangzhou Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SGCLCNBJGZH.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Societe Generale (China) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SGCLCNBJGZH, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Has Societe Generale (China) Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale (China) Limited in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale (China) Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.