SWIFT/BIC code XSHGCNS1XXX
XSHGCNS1XXX belongs to Shanghai Stock Exchange in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XSHGCNS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XSHGCNS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Shanghai Stock Exchange |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
The way the Shanghai Stock Exchange SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XSHG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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 is behind SWIFT code XSHGCNS1XXX?
XSHGCNS1XXX identifies the head office of Shanghai Stock Exchange in Shanghai, China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Shanghai Stock Exchange.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Shanghai Stock Exchange?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use XSHGCNS1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check XSHGCNS1XXX against the details from Shanghai Stock Exchange before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Shanghai Stock Exchange in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Is XSHGCNS1 and XSHGCNS1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. XSHGCNS1 is the 8-character version of XSHGCNS1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Shanghai Stock Exchange in Shanghai.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Shanghai Stock Exchange?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code XSHGCNS1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.