SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ95N
BKCHCNBJ95N belongs to Bank of China in Taizhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ95N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 95N |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Taizhou Branch, Jiangsu Province |
| City | Taizhou |
| Country | China |
The way the Bank of China SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 95N 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 BKCHCNBJ95N?
The code BKCHCNBJ95N belongs to Taizhou Branch, Jiangsu Province, a branch or department of Bank of China in Taizhou, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BKCHCNBJ95N incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKCHCNBJ95N with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ95N?
BKCHCNBJ is the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ95N is Taizhou Branch, Jiangsu Province. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHCNBJ95N.
What does each part of BKCHCNBJ95N mean?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China, CN stands for China, BJ is the code for the city or region and 95N identifies the branch Taizhou Branch, Jiangsu Province.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ95N, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.