SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ50A
BKCHCNBJ50A belongs to Bank of China in Qingdao, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ50A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 50A |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Bank of China,qingdao Branch |
| City | Qingdao |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- 50A 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 branch is behind SWIFT code BKCHCNBJ50A?
The code BKCHCNBJ50A belongs to Bank of China,qingdao Branch, a branch or department of Bank of China in Qingdao, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ50A?
BKCHCNBJ is the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ50A points to Bank of China,qingdao Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKCHCNBJ50A if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China in China?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Bank of China have other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter BKCHCNBJ50A incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHCNBJ50A against the details from Bank of China before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.