SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ92C
BKCHCNBJ92C belongs to Bank of China in Hangzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ92C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 92C |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Qingchun Sub-Branch |
| City | Hangzhou |
| 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.
- 92C 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 BKCHCNBJ92C?
BKCHCNBJ92C is the SWIFT/BIC code of Qingchun Sub-Branch, a unit of Bank of China in Hangzhou, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BKCHCNBJ92C incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKCHCNBJ92C against the details from Bank of China before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of China?
Banks often 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.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ92C, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ92C?
BKCHCNBJ is the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ92C points to Qingchun Sub-Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKCHCNBJ92C if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.