SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ95L
BKCHCNBJ95L belongs to Bank of China in Zhangjiagang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ95L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 95L |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Zhangjiagang Sub-Branch |
| City | Zhangjiagang |
| 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.
- 95L 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/BIC code BKCHCNBJ95L?
BKCHCNBJ95L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Zhangjiagang Sub-Branch, part of Bank of China in Zhangjiagang, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BKCHCNBJ95L stand for?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China, CN is the ISO code of China, BJ is the location code and 95L is the code of the department Zhangjiagang Sub-Branch.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ95L?
BKCHCNBJ points to the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ95L points to Zhangjiagang Sub-Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHCNBJ95L.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ95L, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter BKCHCNBJ95L with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKCHCNBJ95L with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.