SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJF30
BKCHCNBJF30 belongs to Bank of China in Guangzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJF30 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | F30 |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Bank of China Limited Ftu Guangdong Branch |
| City | Guangzhou |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- F30 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 BIC BKCHCNBJF30?
BKCHCNBJF30 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bank of China Limited Ftu Guangdong Branch, part of Bank of China in Guangzhou, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BKCHCNBJF30 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHCNBJF30 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJF30?
BKCHCNBJ points to the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJF30 points to Bank of China Limited Ftu Guangdong Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKCHCNBJF30 if the recipient asks for it.
Has Bank of China got 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.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.