SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ570
BKCHCNBJ570 belongs to Bank of China in Chengdu, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ570 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 570 |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Sichuan Branch |
| City | Chengdu |
| 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.
- 570 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 BKCHCNBJ570?
The code BKCHCNBJ570 belongs to Sichuan Branch, part of Bank of China in Chengdu, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank of China got more 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 is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BKCHCNBJ570 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKCHCNBJ570 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ570?
BKCHCNBJ points to the head office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ570 points to Sichuan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKCHCNBJ570 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ570, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.