SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ660
BKCHCNBJ660 belongs to Bank of China in Lanzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ660 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 660 |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Gansu Branch |
| City | Lanzhou |
| 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.
- 660 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 BKCHCNBJ660?
BKCHCNBJ660 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gansu Branch, a unit of Bank of China in Lanzhou, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ660, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use BKCHCNBJ660 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKCHCNBJ660 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ660?
BKCHCNBJ points to the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ660 points to Gansu Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKCHCNBJ660 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. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.