SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ44C
BKCHCNBJ44C belongs to Bank of China in Sanshui, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ44C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 44C |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Sanshui Sub-Branch |
| City | Sanshui |
| Country | China |
The way the Bank of China 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.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BJ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 44C 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 bank uses BIC BKCHCNBJ44C?
BKCHCNBJ44C identifies Sanshui Sub-Branch, part of Bank of China in Sanshui, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use BKCHCNBJ44C with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKCHCNBJ44C with the recipient before sending.
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 do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ44C, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ44C?
BKCHCNBJ is the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ44C is Sanshui Sub-Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKCHCNBJ44C if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.