SWIFT/BIC code SKCKCNSHXXX
SKCKCNSHXXX belongs to The Shoko Chukin Bank, LTD. Shanghai Branch in Pudong, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SKCKCNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SKCKCNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Shoko Chukin Bank, LTD. Shanghai Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Pudong |
| Country | China |
How the The Shoko Chukin Bank, LTD. Shanghai Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SKCK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SH 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
Which bank uses BIC SKCKCNSHXXX?
The code SKCKCNSHXXX belongs to the head office of The Shoko Chukin Bank, LTD. Shanghai Branch in Pudong, China. Use it when a payment to The Shoko Chukin Bank, LTD. Shanghai Branch does not need a specific branch.
Is SKCKCNSH and SKCKCNSHXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SKCKCNSH is the 8-character version of SKCKCNSHXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach The Shoko Chukin Bank, LTD. Shanghai Branch in Pudong.
What happens if I use SKCKCNSHXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SKCKCNSHXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to The Shoko Chukin Bank, LTD. Shanghai Branch?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at The Shoko Chukin Bank, LTD. Shanghai Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SKCKCNSHXXX, 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 SKCKCNSHXXX stand for?
SKCK is the institution code of The Shoko Chukin Bank, LTD. Shanghai Branch, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.