SWIFT/BIC code SHLCCNS1XXX
SHLCCNS1XXX belongs to Shi Lian Company in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SHLCCNS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SHLCCNS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Shi Lian Company |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
The way the Shi Lian Company SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SHLC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 SWIFT code SHLCCNS1XXX?
SHLCCNS1XXX identifies the headquarters of Shi Lian Company in Shanghai, China. Use it when you send money to an account at Shi Lian Company.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Shi Lian Company?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SHLCCNS1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in SHLCCNS1XXX stand for?
SHLC is the bank code of Shi Lian Company, CN stands for China, S1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Shi Lian Company?
Banks often add several percent 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.
How long does it take to send money to Shi Lian Company?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Shi Lian Company use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SHLCCNS1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Shi Lian Company in China, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.