SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCATTXXX
BKCHCATTXXX belongs to Bank of China (Canada) in Toronto, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCATTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCATT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of China (Canada) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
How the Bank of China (Canada) 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.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TT 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
Which institution uses SWIFT code BKCHCATTXXX?
The code BKCHCATTXXX belongs to the head office of Bank of China (Canada) in Toronto, Canada. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of China (Canada) does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China (Canada) take in Canada?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of BKCHCATTXXX mean?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China (Canada), CA stands for Canada, TT is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China (Canada)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCATTXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Canada is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter BKCHCATTXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKCHCATTXXX against the details from Bank of China (Canada) before you confirm.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.