SWIFT/BIC code BKCHJPJTKOB
BKCHJPJTKOB belongs to Bank of China in Kobe, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHJPJTKOB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHJPJT |
| Branch code | KOB |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Kobe Branch |
| City | Kobe |
| Country | Japan |
The way the Bank of China SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKCH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- JT Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KOB 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 BKCHJPJTKOB?
BKCHJPJTKOB identifies Kobe Branch, part of Bank of China in Kobe, Japan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKCHJPJT instead of BKCHJPJTKOB?
BKCHJPJT points to the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHJPJTKOB points to Kobe Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKCHJPJTKOB if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China in Japan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Japanese Yen with transfer services before you send.
Has Bank of China got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 6 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China in Japan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHJPJTKOB, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Japan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BKCHJPJTKOB mean?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China, JP stands for Japan, JT is the location code and KOB identifies the department Kobe Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.