SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJAGT
BKCHCNBJAGT belongs to Bank of China in Beijing, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJAGT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | AGT |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Cncs Agent Dept. |
| City | Beijing |
| Country | China |
The way the Bank of China SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- AGT 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 BKCHCNBJAGT?
BKCHCNBJAGT identifies Cncs Agent Dept., part of Bank of China in Beijing, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJAGT, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Has Bank of China got more 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.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJAGT?
BKCHCNBJ is the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJAGT is Cncs Agent Dept.. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHCNBJAGT.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.