SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ89A
BKCHCNBJ89A belongs to Bank of China in Baotou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ89A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 89A |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Baotou Branch |
| City | Baotou |
| Country | China |
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.
- 89A 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code BKCHCNBJ89A?
The code BKCHCNBJ89A belongs to Baotou Branch, a branch or department of Bank of China in Baotou, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ89A, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter BKCHCNBJ89A incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKCHCNBJ89A with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China in China?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BKCHCNBJ89A mean?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and 89A identifies the branch Baotou Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.