SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ69A
BKCHCNBJ69A belongs to Bank of China in Shuozhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ69A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 69A |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Pingshuo Sub-Branch |
| City | Shuozhou |
| Country | China |
The way the Bank of China SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 69A 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ69A?
The code BKCHCNBJ69A belongs to Pingshuo Sub-Branch, a unit of Bank of China in Shuozhou, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BKCHCNBJ69A with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKCHCNBJ69A with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ69A, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BKCHCNBJ69A mean?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China, CN is the ISO code of China, BJ is the location code and 69A identifies the branch Pingshuo Sub-Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China in China?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives 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.