SWIFT/BIC code BKCHAU2SBKG
BKCHAU2SBKG belongs to Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHAU2SBKG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHAU2S |
| Branch code | BKG |
| Bank | Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch |
| Branch | Banking Dept. |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch 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).
- 2S Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BKG 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/BIC code BKCHAU2SBKG?
BKCHAU2SBKG identifies Banking Dept., a unit of Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 16 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Australia. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BKCHAU2S instead of BKCHAU2SBKG?
BKCHAU2S is the main office of Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch, while BKCHAU2SBKG points to Banking Dept.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHAU2SBKG.
What happens if I use BKCHAU2SBKG with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKCHAU2SBKG with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in BKCHAU2SBKG stand for?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the location code and BKG identifies the branch Banking Dept..
How long does a transfer to Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch take in Australia?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.