SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ49C
BKCHCNBJ49C belongs to Bank of China in Guilin, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ49C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 49C |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Guilin Branch |
| City | Guilin |
| Country | China |
The way the Bank of China SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 49C 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
Which bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ49C?
The code BKCHCNBJ49C belongs to Guilin Branch, a branch or department of Bank of China in Guilin, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of China in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ49C, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter BKCHCNBJ49C incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHCNBJ49C against the details from Bank of China before you confirm.
Has Bank of China got 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.