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SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ73L

BKCHCNBJ73L belongs to Bank of China in Fuqing, China.

BKCHCNBJ73L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBKCHCNBJ73L
8-character codeBKCHCNBJ
Branch code73L
BankBank of China
BranchFuqing Branch
CityFuqing
CountryChina

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.
73L 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ73L?

BKCHCNBJ73L identifies Fuqing Branch, a branch or department of Bank of China in Fuqing, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use BKCHCNBJ73L with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKCHCNBJ73L against the details from Bank of China before sending.

Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ73L?

BKCHCNBJ points to the head office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ73L is Fuqing Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKCHCNBJ73L if the recipient asks for it.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ73L, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

Does Bank of China have more 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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China.

How long does a transfer to Bank of China take in China?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.