SWIFT/BIC code BKCHIE2DXXX
BKCHIE2DXXX belongs to Bank of China (UK)LTD in Dublin, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHIE2DXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHIE2D |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of China (UK)LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dublin |
| Country | Ireland |
How the Bank of China (UK)LTD 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.
- IE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2D Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution uses BIC BKCHIE2DXXX?
BKCHIE2DXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bank of China (UK)LTD in Dublin, Ireland. Use it when a payment to Bank of China (UK)LTD does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter BKCHIE2DXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKCHIE2DXXX against the details from Bank of China (UK)LTD before you confirm.
What does each part of BKCHIE2DXXX mean?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China (UK)LTD, IE stands for Ireland, 2D is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Does Bank of China (UK)LTD use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BKCHIE2DXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of China (UK)LTD in Ireland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China (UK)LTD in Ireland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BKCHIE2DXXX to send euros to Ireland?
Ireland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BKCHIE2DXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.