SWIFT/BIC code BKCHUS33CHI
BKCHUS33CHI belongs to Bank of China in Chicago,il, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHUS33CHI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHUS33 |
| Branch code | CHI |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Chicago Branch |
| City | Chicago,il |
| Country | United States |
The way the Bank of China 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.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 33 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CHI 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 branch uses BIC BKCHUS33CHI?
The code BKCHUS33CHI belongs to Chicago Branch, part of Bank of China in Chicago,il, United States. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China in United States?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in US Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BKCHUS33CHI incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKCHUS33CHI with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHUS33CHI, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United States is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Has Bank of China got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China in United States, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.