SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ89D

BKCHCNBJ89D belongs to Bank of China in Hailar, China.

BKCHCNBJ89D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBKCHCNBJ89D
8-character codeBKCHCNBJ
Branch code89D
BankBank of China
BranchHailar Branch
CityHailar
CountryChina

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.
89D 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 SWIFT code BKCHCNBJ89D?

BKCHCNBJ89D identifies Hailar Branch, part of Bank of China in Hailar, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in BKCHCNBJ89D stand for?

BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and 89D identifies the branch Hailar Branch.

What happens if I enter BKCHCNBJ89D incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKCHCNBJ89D with the recipient before you confirm.

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. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ89D, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

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.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.