SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ45B
BKCHCNBJ45B belongs to Bank of China in Shekou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ45B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 45B |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Shekou Sub-Branch |
| City | Shekou |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- 45B 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/BIC code BKCHCNBJ45B?
BKCHCNBJ45B identifies Shekou Sub-Branch, a unit of Bank of China in Shekou, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China in China?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BKCHCNBJ45B incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHCNBJ45B against the details from Bank of China before you confirm.
Does Bank of China have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 136 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China in China. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ45B, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.