SWIFT/BIC code BKCHKHPPXXX
BKCHKHPPXXX belongs to Bank of China Limited Phnom Penh Branch in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHKHPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHKHPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of China Limited Phnom Penh Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Phnom Penh |
| Country | Cambodia |
The way the Bank of China Limited Phnom Penh Branch 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.
- KH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PP 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 is behind SWIFT code BKCHKHPPXXX?
BKCHKHPPXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bank of China Limited Phnom Penh Branch in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Use it when a payment to Bank of China Limited Phnom Penh Branch does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in BKCHKHPPXXX mean?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China Limited Phnom Penh Branch, KH is the ISO code of Cambodia, PP is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China Limited Phnom Penh Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHKHPPXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Cambodia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China Limited Phnom Penh Branch take in Cambodia?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter BKCHKHPPXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKCHKHPPXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of China Limited Phnom Penh Branch in Cambodia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Cambodia with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.