SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ87E
BKCHCNBJ87E belongs to Bank of China in Mudanjiang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ87E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 87E |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Mudanjiang Branch |
| City | Mudanjiang |
| 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.
- 87E 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/BIC code BKCHCNBJ87E?
BKCHCNBJ87E identifies Mudanjiang Branch, a unit of Bank of China in Mudanjiang, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank of China got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 136 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China in China. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China.
What happens if I enter BKCHCNBJ87E incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKCHCNBJ87E with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China in China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ87E?
BKCHCNBJ points to the head office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ87E points to Mudanjiang Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHCNBJ87E.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.