SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCAT2XXX
BKCHCAT2XXX belongs to Bank of China Toronto Branch in Toronto, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCAT2XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCAT2 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of China Toronto Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
The way the Bank of China Toronto Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKCH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- T2 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 uses BIC BKCHCAT2XXX?
BKCHCAT2XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bank of China Toronto Branch in Toronto, Canada. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of China Toronto Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China Toronto Branch in Canada?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Canadian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BKCHCAT2XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKCHCAT2XXX against the details from Bank of China Toronto Branch before you confirm.
Does Bank of China Toronto Branch have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China Toronto Branch in Canada. You can see them all on the bank page.
Is BKCHCAT2 and BKCHCAT2XXX the same code?
Yes. BKCHCAT2 is the 8-character version of BKCHCAT2XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Bank of China Toronto Branch in Toronto.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China Toronto Branch take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.