SWIFT/BIC code BKCHAU2AXXX
BKCHAU2AXXX belongs to Bank of China (Australia) Limited in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHAU2AXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHAU2A |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of China (Australia) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the Bank of China (Australia) Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code BKCHAU2AXXX?
BKCHAU2AXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bank of China (Australia) Limited in Sydney, Australia. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of China (Australia) Limited does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in BKCHAU2AXXX stand for?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China (Australia) Limited, AU is the ISO code of Australia, 2A is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China (Australia) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHAU2AXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China (Australia) Limited in Australia?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China (Australia) Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use BKCHAU2AXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHAU2AXXX against the details from Bank of China (Australia) Limited before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.