SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJF40
BKCHCNBJF40 belongs to Bank of China in Shenzhen, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJF40 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | F40 |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Bank of China Limited Ftu Shenzhen Branch |
| City | Shenzhen |
| 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.
- F40 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 BKCHCNBJF40?
The code BKCHCNBJF40 belongs to Bank of China Limited Ftu Shenzhen Branch, a unit of Bank of China in Shenzhen, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bank of China have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 136 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China in China. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China.
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?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJF40, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJF40?
BKCHCNBJ points to the head office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJF40 points to Bank of China Limited Ftu Shenzhen Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKCHCNBJF40 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.