SWIFT/BIC code BKCHAU2SMEL
BKCHAU2SMEL belongs to Bank of China in Melbourne, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHAU2SMEL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHAU2S |
| Branch code | MEL |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Melbourne Branch |
| City | Melbourne |
| Country | Australia |
How the Bank of China 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.
- MEL 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/BIC code BKCHAU2SMEL?
BKCHAU2SMEL identifies Melbourne Branch, a unit of Bank of China in Melbourne, Australia. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Bank of China have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China in Australia. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China.
What happens if I enter BKCHAU2SMEL with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKCHAU2SMEL with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BKCHAU2S instead of BKCHAU2SMEL?
BKCHAU2S points to the head office of Bank of China, while BKCHAU2SMEL is Melbourne Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKCHAU2SMEL if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHAU2SMEL, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BKCHAU2SMEL stand for?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the location code and MEL identifies the branch Melbourne Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.