SWIFT/BIC code WPACCNSXXXX
WPACCNSXXXX belongs to Westpac Banking Corporation in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WPACCNSXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WPACCNSX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Westpac Banking Corporation |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the Westpac Banking Corporation SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WPAC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SX 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 code WPACCNSXXXX?
The code WPACCNSXXXX belongs to the head office of Westpac Banking Corporation in Shanghai, China. It is the code to use when a payment to Westpac Banking Corporation does not need a specific branch.
Does Westpac Banking Corporation have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Westpac Banking Corporation in China. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Westpac Banking Corporation?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code WPACCNSXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in WPACCNSXXXX mean?
WPAC is the institution code of Westpac Banking Corporation, CN stands for China, SX is the location code and XXX means the head office.
How long does a transfer to Westpac Banking Corporation take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter WPACCNSXXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check WPACCNSXXXX against the details from Westpac Banking Corporation before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.