SWIFT/BIC code BOFACN3XBEI
BOFACN3XBEI belongs to Bank of America, N.a. Beijing in Beijing, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFACN3XBEI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFACN3X |
| Branch code | BEI |
| Bank | Bank of America, N.a. Beijing |
| Branch | — |
| City | Beijing |
| Country | China |
How the Bank of America, N.a. Beijing SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 3X Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BEI 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOFACN3XBEI?
The code BOFACN3XBEI belongs to Bank of America, N.a. Beijing, a branch or department of Bank of America, N.a. Beijing in Beijing, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Bank of America, N.a. Beijing have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BOFACN3XBEI is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Bank of America, N.a. Beijing in China, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of America, N.a. Beijing?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BOFACN3XBEI, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BOFACN3XBEI mean?
BOFA is the institution code of Bank of America, N.a. Beijing, CN is the ISO code of China, 3X is the location code and BEI identifies the branch Bank of America, N.a. Beijing.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of America, N.a. Beijing?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Bank of America, N.a. Beijing take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.