SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJS00
BKCHCNBJS00 belongs to Bank of China in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHCNBJS00 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHCNBJ |
| Branch code | S00 |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Shanghai Rmb Trading Unit |
| City | Shanghai |
| 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.
- S00 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 BKCHCNBJS00?
BKCHCNBJS00 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shanghai Rmb Trading Unit, a branch or department of Bank of China in Shanghai, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Bank of China have other 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.
What happens if I use BKCHCNBJS00 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKCHCNBJS00 against the details from Bank of China before sending.
Can I use BKCHCNBJ instead of BKCHCNBJS00?
BKCHCNBJ points to the head office of Bank of China, while BKCHCNBJS00 points to Shanghai Rmb Trading Unit. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHCNBJS00.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHCNBJS00, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.