SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ47K
BKCHCNBJ47K belongs to Bank of China in Meizhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ47K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 47K |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Meizhou Branch |
| City | Meizhou |
| 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.
- 47K 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 BIC BKCHCNBJ47K?
The code BKCHCNBJ47K belongs to Meizhou Branch, part of Bank of China in Meizhou, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ47K?
BKCHCNBJ is the head office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ47K is Meizhou Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKCHCNBJ47K if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ47K, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money 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.