SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCATTVAN
BKCHCATTVAN belongs to Bank of China (Canada) in Vancouver, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCATTVAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCATT |
| Branch code | VAN |
| Bank | Bank of China (Canada) |
| Branch | Vancouver Branch |
| City | Vancouver |
| Country | Canada |
How the Bank of China (Canada) 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).
- TT Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- VAN 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 SWIFT code BKCHCATTVAN?
BKCHCATTVAN identifies Vancouver Branch, part of Bank of China (Canada) in Vancouver, Canada. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China (Canada)?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Canadian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BKCHCATTVAN stand for?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China (Canada), CA stands for Canada, TT is the location code and VAN is the code of the branch Vancouver Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China (Canada) in Canada?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China (Canada)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCATTVAN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Has Bank of China (Canada) got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China (Canada) in Canada, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.