SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ44T
BKCHCNBJ44T belongs to Bank of China in Zhongshan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ44T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 44T |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Zhongshan Branch |
| City | Zhongshan |
| Country | China |
The way the Bank of China SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 44T 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 BIC BKCHCNBJ44T?
BKCHCNBJ44T identifies Zhongshan Branch, a branch or department of Bank of China in Zhongshan, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ44T?
BKCHCNBJ is the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ44T points to Zhongshan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKCHCNBJ44T if the recipient asks for it.
Has Bank of China got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 136 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China in China. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use BKCHCNBJ44T incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHCNBJ44T with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ44T, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.