SWIFT/BIC code BKCHJPJTOSA
BKCHJPJTOSA belongs to Bank of China in Osaka, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHJPJTOSA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHJPJT |
| Branch code | OSA |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Osaka Branch |
| City | Osaka |
| Country | Japan |
How 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.
- OSA 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 bank is behind SWIFT code BKCHJPJTOSA?
BKCHJPJTOSA identifies Osaka Branch, a unit of Bank of China in Osaka, Japan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKCHJPJT instead of BKCHJPJTOSA?
BKCHJPJT is the main office of Bank of China, while BKCHJPJTOSA is Osaka Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKCHJPJTOSA if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China in Japan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 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 BKCHJPJTOSA, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Japan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use BKCHJPJTOSA incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKCHJPJTOSA with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in BKCHJPJTOSA stand for?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China, JP stands for Japan, JT is the code for the city or region and OSA is the code of the department Osaka Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.