SWIFT/BIC code BKCHAU2AHMB
BKCHAU2AHMB belongs to Bank of China (Australia) Limited in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHAU2AHMB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHAU2A |
| Branch code | HMB |
| Bank | Bank of China (Australia) Limited |
| Branch | Haymarket |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the Bank of China (Australia) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKCH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2A Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- HMB 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 BIC BKCHAU2AHMB?
BKCHAU2AHMB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Haymarket, part of Bank of China (Australia) Limited in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China (Australia) Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China (Australia) Limited take in Australia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use BKCHAU2AHMB with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKCHAU2AHMB with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China (Australia) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHAU2AHMB, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use BKCHAU2A instead of BKCHAU2AHMB?
BKCHAU2A points to the main office of Bank of China (Australia) Limited, while BKCHAU2AHMB points to Haymarket. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKCHAU2AHMB if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.