SWIFT/BIC code BKCHKYKYXXX
BKCHKYKYXXX belongs to Bank of China, Grand Cayman Branch in Georgetown, Cayman Islands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHKYKYXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHKYKY |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of China, Grand Cayman Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Georgetown |
| Country | Cayman Islands |
How the Bank of China, Grand Cayman Branch 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.
- KY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KY 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BKCHKYKYXXX?
BKCHKYKYXXX identifies the main office of Bank of China, Grand Cayman Branch in Georgetown, Cayman Islands. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of China, Grand Cayman Branch.
What happens if I enter BKCHKYKYXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKCHKYKYXXX against the details from Bank of China, Grand Cayman Branch before sending.
Are BKCHKYKY and BKCHKYKYXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BKCHKYKY is the 8-character version of BKCHKYKYXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Bank of China, Grand Cayman Branch in Georgetown.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China, Grand Cayman Branch?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China, Grand Cayman Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHKYKYXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Cayman Islands uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BKCHKYKYXXX stand for?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China, Grand Cayman Branch, KY stands for Cayman Islands, KY is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.