SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ740
BKCHCNBJ740 belongs to Bank of China in Haikou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ740 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 740 |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Hainan Branch |
| City | Haikou |
| 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.
- 740 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 uses BIC BKCHCNBJ740?
BKCHCNBJ740 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hainan Branch, part of Bank of China in Haikou, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ740, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take in 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.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ740?
BKCHCNBJ is the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ740 points to Hainan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHCNBJ740.
Does Bank of China have 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.