SWIFT/BIC code BKCHAU2SRMD
BKCHAU2SRMD belongs to Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHAU2SRMD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHAU2S |
| Branch code | RMD |
| Bank | Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch |
| Branch | Risk Management Dept. |
| 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.
- RMD 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 uses BIC BKCHAU2SRMD?
The code BKCHAU2SRMD belongs to Risk Management Dept., part of Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Australia?
Banks often 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.
Can I use BKCHAU2S instead of BKCHAU2SRMD?
BKCHAU2S is the main office of Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch, while BKCHAU2SRMD points to Risk Management Dept.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHAU2SRMD.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHAU2SRMD, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch take in Australia?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 16 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Australia. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.