SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ82D
BKCHCNBJ82D belongs to Bank of China in Anshan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ82D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 82D |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Anshan Branch |
| City | Anshan |
| Country | China |
The way the Bank of China SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 82D 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 SWIFT code BKCHCNBJ82D?
BKCHCNBJ82D identifies Anshan Branch, part of Bank of China in Anshan, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ82D, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ82D?
BKCHCNBJ is the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ82D points to Anshan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHCNBJ82D.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in BKCHCNBJ82D mean?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China, CN is the ISO code of China, BJ is the location code and 82D identifies the department Anshan Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.