SWIFT/BIC code BKCHAU2SBLS
BKCHAU2SBLS belongs to Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHAU2SBLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHAU2S |
| Branch code | BLS |
| Bank | Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch |
| Branch | Bills Department |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way 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.
- BLS 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 BKCHAU2SBLS?
The code BKCHAU2SBLS belongs to Bills Department, a unit of Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 16 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Australia. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Australia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHAU2SBLS, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BKCHAU2SBLS stand for?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch, AU is the ISO code of Australia, 2S is the location code and BLS identifies the branch Bills Department.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch take in Australia?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.