SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ98S
BKCHCNBJ98S belongs to Bank of China in Zhangjiajie, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJ98S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | 98S |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Zhangjiajie Branch |
| City | Zhangjiajie |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- 98S 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 BIC BKCHCNBJ98S?
BKCHCNBJ98S identifies Zhangjiajie Branch, part of Bank of China in Zhangjiajie, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJ98S?
BKCHCNBJ is the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJ98S points to Zhangjiajie Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKCHCNBJ98S if the recipient asks for it.
Does Bank of China have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 136 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China in China. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of BKCHCNBJ98S stand for?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China, CN stands for China, BJ is the location code and 98S identifies the branch Zhangjiajie Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJ98S, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China in China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.