SWIFT/BIC code YKCBCNBJXXX
YKCBCNBJXXX belongs to Bank of Yingkou in Yingkou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | YKCBCNBJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | YKCBCNBJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Yingkou |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Yingkou |
| Country | China |
The way the Bank of Yingkou SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- YKCB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BJ 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
Which institution is behind BIC YKCBCNBJXXX?
YKCBCNBJXXX identifies the headquarters of Bank of Yingkou in Yingkou, China. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of Yingkou does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Yingkou take in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of YKCBCNBJXXX stand for?
YKCB is the institution code of Bank of Yingkou, CN is the ISO code of China, BJ is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Yingkou?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Yingkou?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code YKCBCNBJXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Are YKCBCNBJ and YKCBCNBJXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. YKCBCNBJ is the short version of YKCBCNBJXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Bank of Yingkou in Yingkou.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.