SWIFT/BIC code BKCHMYKLXXX
BKCHMYKLXXX belongs to Bank of China (Malaysia) Berhad in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHMYKLXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHMYKL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of China (Malaysia) Berhad |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kuala Lumpur |
| Country | Malaysia |
The way the Bank of China (Malaysia) Berhad 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.
- MY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KL 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
What bank uses BIC BKCHMYKLXXX?
BKCHMYKLXXX identifies the main office of Bank of China (Malaysia) Berhad in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of China (Malaysia) Berhad.
What do the letters in BKCHMYKLXXX stand for?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China (Malaysia) Berhad, MY stands for Malaysia, KL is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Is BKCHMYKL and BKCHMYKLXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BKCHMYKL is the short version of BKCHMYKLXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Bank of China (Malaysia) Berhad in Kuala Lumpur.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China (Malaysia) Berhad?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHMYKLXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Malaysia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China (Malaysia) Berhad take in Malaysia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter BKCHMYKLXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKCHMYKLXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.