SWIFT/BIC code BOCICNS1XXX
BOCICNS1XXX belongs to Boc International (China) Limited in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOCICNS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOCICNS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Boc International (China) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
The way the Boc International (China) Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOCI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOCICNS1XXX?
BOCICNS1XXX identifies the main office of Boc International (China) Limited in Shanghai, China. Use it when a payment to Boc International (China) Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Boc International (China) Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Is BOCICNS1 and BOCICNS1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BOCICNS1 is the 8-character version of BOCICNS1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Boc International (China) Limited in Shanghai.
What does each part of BOCICNS1XXX mean?
BOCI is the bank code of Boc International (China) Limited, CN stands for China, S1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Boc International (China) Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BOCICNS1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use BOCICNS1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOCICNS1XXX against the details from Boc International (China) Limited before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.