SWIFT/BIC code SPDBCNSH180
SPDBCNSH180 belongs to Shanghai Pudong Development Bank in Wuhan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPDBCNSH180 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPDBCNSH |
| Branch code | 180 |
| Bank | Shanghai Pudong Development Bank |
| Branch | Wuhan Branch |
| City | Wuhan |
| Country | China |
How the Shanghai Pudong Development Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SPDB 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.
- 180 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 SPDBCNSH180?
The code SPDBCNSH180 belongs to Wuhan Branch, part of Shanghai Pudong Development Bank in Wuhan, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Shanghai Pudong Development Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Shanghai Pudong Development Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SPDBCNSH180, 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 does each part of SPDBCNSH180 stand for?
SPDB is the bank code of Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, CN stands for China, SH is the code for the city or region and 180 identifies the department Wuhan Branch.
What happens if I use SPDBCNSH180 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SPDBCNSH180 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use SPDBCNSH instead of SPDBCNSH180?
SPDBCNSH points to the head office of Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, while SPDBCNSH180 is Wuhan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SPDBCNSH180.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.