SWIFT/BIC code UNBECNSHXXX
UNBECNSHXXX belongs to Union National Bank in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNBECNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNBECNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Union National Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the Union National Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UNBE 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code UNBECNSHXXX?
UNBECNSHXXX identifies the head office of Union National Bank in Shanghai, China. Use it when you send money to an account at Union National Bank.
Does Union National Bank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – UNBECNSHXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Union National Bank in China, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Union National Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Union National Bank take in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in UNBECNSHXXX stand for?
UNBE is the bank code of Union National Bank, CN stands for China, SH is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Union National Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNBECNSHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.