SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ89C
BKCHCNBJ89C belongs to Bank of China in Dong Sheng, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ89C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 89C |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Dong Sheng Branch |
| City | Dong Sheng |
| 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.
- 89C 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 bank is behind SWIFT code BKCHCNBJ89C?
BKCHCNBJ89C is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dong Sheng Branch, a branch or department of Bank of China in Dong Sheng, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank of China got other 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.
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. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ89C?
BKCHCNBJ points to the head office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ89C points to Dong Sheng Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHCNBJ89C.
What happens if I use BKCHCNBJ89C with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHCNBJ89C against the details from Bank of China before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.