SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ98C
BKCHCNBJ98C belongs to Bank of China in Zhuzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ98C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 98C |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Zhuzhou Branch |
| City | Zhuzhou |
| 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.
- 98C 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 uses SWIFT code BKCHCNBJ98C?
BKCHCNBJ98C identifies Zhuzhou Branch, a branch or department of Bank of China in Zhuzhou, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank of China got other 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.
What happens if I enter BKCHCNBJ98C with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKCHCNBJ98C against the details from Bank of China before you confirm.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ98C?
BKCHCNBJ points to the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ98C is Zhuzhou Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHCNBJ98C.
What does each part of BKCHCNBJ98C stand for?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China, CN is the ISO code of China, BJ is the location code and 98C is the code of the branch Zhuzhou Branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.