SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ44N
BKCHCNBJ44N belongs to Bank of China in Heshan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ44N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 44N |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Heshan Sub-Branch |
| City | Heshan |
| 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.
- 44N 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 code BKCHCNBJ44N?
The code BKCHCNBJ44N belongs to Heshan Sub-Branch, a unit of Bank of China in Heshan, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ44N, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ44N?
BKCHCNBJ points to the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ44N points to Heshan Sub-Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHCNBJ44N.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Does Bank of China have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 136 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China in China. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.