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SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ44M

BKCHCNBJ44M belongs to Bank of China in Taishan, China.

BKCHCNBJ44M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBKCHCNBJ44M
8-character codeBKCHCNBJ
Branch code44M
BankBank of China
BranchTaishan Sub-Branch
CityTaishan
CountryChina

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.
44M 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ44M?

BKCHCNBJ44M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Taishan Sub-Branch, a unit of Bank of China in Taishan, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ44M?

BKCHCNBJ points to the head office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ44M points to Taishan Sub-Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKCHCNBJ44M if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Bank of China?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What happens if I enter BKCHCNBJ44M with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHCNBJ44M with the recipient before you confirm.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ44M, 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.

Does Bank of China have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 136 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China in China. 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.