SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ220
BKCHCNBJ220 belongs to Bank of China in Shijiazhuang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ220 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 220 |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Hebei Branch |
| City | Shijiazhuang |
| Country | China |
How the Bank of China SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKCH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BJ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 220 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/BIC code BKCHCNBJ220?
BKCHCNBJ220 identifies Hebei Branch, a branch or department of Bank of China in Shijiazhuang, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ220?
BKCHCNBJ points to the head office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ220 is Hebei Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKCHCNBJ220 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ220, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Bank of China have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 136 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers 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.