SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ92E
BKCHCNBJ92E belongs to Bank of China in Zhoushan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ92E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 92E |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Zhoushan Branch |
| City | Zhoushan |
| 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.
- 92E 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 BKCHCNBJ92E?
The code BKCHCNBJ92E belongs to Zhoushan Branch, part of Bank of China in Zhoushan, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BKCHCNBJ92E with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKCHCNBJ92E against the details from Bank of China before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ92E, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China in 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 – the difference can be large.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ92E?
BKCHCNBJ points to the head office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ92E is Zhoushan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHCNBJ92E.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.