SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ56A
BKCHCNBJ56A belongs to Bank of China in Jingdezhen, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ56A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 56A |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Jingdezhen Sub-Branch |
| City | Jingdezhen |
| 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.
- 56A 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 BKCHCNBJ56A?
The code BKCHCNBJ56A belongs to Jingdezhen Sub-Branch, a branch or department of Bank of China in Jingdezhen, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank of China got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 136 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China in China. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of BKCHCNBJ56A mean?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and 56A is the code of the department Jingdezhen Sub-Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ56A, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BKCHCNBJ56A with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHCNBJ56A with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.