SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ260
BKCHCNBJ260 belongs to Bank of China in Yinchuan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ260 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 260 |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Ningxia Branch |
| City | Yinchuan |
| 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.
- 260 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ260?
BKCHCNBJ260 identifies Ningxia Branch, part of Bank of China in Yinchuan, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank of China got 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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China.
What happens if I use BKCHCNBJ260 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHCNBJ260 with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ260, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China in China?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of BKCHCNBJ260 mean?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and 260 identifies the department Ningxia Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.