SWIFT/BIC code BKCHZAJJXXX
BKCHZAJJXXX belongs to Bank of China Johannesburg Branch in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHZAJJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHZAJJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of China Johannesburg Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa |
The way the Bank of China Johannesburg Branch 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.
- ZA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- JJ 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 BKCHZAJJXXX?
BKCHZAJJXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Bank of China Johannesburg Branch in Johannesburg, South Africa. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of China Johannesburg Branch does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BKCHZAJJXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHZAJJXXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of BKCHZAJJXXX stand for?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China Johannesburg Branch, ZA is the ISO code of South Africa, JJ is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China Johannesburg Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHZAJJXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. South Africa uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China Johannesburg Branch take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of China Johannesburg Branch?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in South African Rand with specialist providers 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.