SWIFT/BIC code BKCHSGSGPBG
BKCHSGSGPBG belongs to Bank of China Limited in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHSGSGPBG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHSGSG |
| Branch code | PBG |
| Bank | Bank of China Limited |
| Branch | Bank of China Limited,singapore Branch |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
How the Bank of China Limited 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.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SG Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PBG 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 is behind SWIFT code BKCHSGSGPBG?
BKCHSGSGPBG identifies Bank of China Limited,singapore Branch, a unit of Bank of China Limited in Singapore, Singapore. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank of China Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China Limited in Singapore. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BKCHSGSG instead of BKCHSGSGPBG?
BKCHSGSG points to the head office of Bank of China Limited, while BKCHSGSGPBG points to Bank of China Limited,singapore Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHSGSGPBG.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHSGSGPBG, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Singapore uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BKCHSGSGPBG stand for?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China Limited, SG is the ISO code of Singapore, SG is the location code and PBG identifies the branch Bank of China Limited,singapore Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of China Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Singapore Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.