SWIFT/BIC code SMBCCNSHXXX
SMBCCNSHXXX belongs to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (China) Limited in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SMBCCNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SMBCCNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (China) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
The way the Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (China) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SMBC 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code SMBCCNSHXXX?
SMBCCNSHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (China) Limited in Shanghai, China. It is the code to use when a payment to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (China) Limited does not need a specific branch.
Is SMBCCNSH and SMBCCNSHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SMBCCNSH is the 8-character version of SMBCCNSHXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (China) Limited in Shanghai.
What is the best way to send money to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (China) Limited in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in SMBCCNSHXXX stand for?
SMBC is the institution code of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (China) Limited, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (China) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SMBCCNSHXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (China) Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.