SWIFT/BIC code BKCHVNVXXXX
BKCHVNVXXXX belongs to Bank of China in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHVNVXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHVNVX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Vietnam |
How the Bank of China 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.
- VN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- VX 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 SWIFT code BKCHVNVXXXX?
BKCHVNVXXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bank of China in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Use it when a payment to Bank of China does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in BKCHVNVXXXX stand for?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China, VN is the ISO code of Vietnam, VX is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHVNVXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Vietnam is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Does Bank of China use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BKCHVNVXXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of China in Vietnam, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are BKCHVNVX and BKCHVNVXXXX the same code?
Yes. BKCHVNVX is the short version of BKCHVNVXXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank of China in Ho Chi Minh City.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.