SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ810
BKCHCNBJ810 belongs to Bank of China in Shenyang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ810 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 810 |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Liaoning Branch |
| City | Shenyang |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- 810 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 is behind BIC BKCHCNBJ810?
BKCHCNBJ810 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Liaoning Branch, a unit of Bank of China in Shenyang, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ810?
BKCHCNBJ is the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ810 is Liaoning Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHCNBJ810.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ810, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter BKCHCNBJ810 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKCHCNBJ810 against the details from Bank of China before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.