Bank of China Hong Kong SWIFT Code: BKCHHKHH

The SWIFT/BIC code for Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited is BKCHHKHH. BKCH identifies the Bank of China brand, HK stands for Hong Kong, and HH is the Hong Kong location code. This code is separate from Bank of China mainland (BKCHCNBJ in Beijing).

Bank of China (Hong Kong), commonly abbreviated BOCHK, is a separately listed and independently managed entity from its mainland parent. BOCHK is the second-largest banking group in Hong Kong and serves as one of the three banknote-issuing banks in the territory alongside HSBC and Standard Chartered.

HKD and RMB Cross-Border Transfers

BOCHK is the designated RMB clearing bank in Hong Kong, making it the primary channel for offshore renminbi (CNH) transactions. Businesses sending or receiving RMB payments between Hong Kong and mainland China route a significant share of that volume through BKCHHKHH.

HKD transfers through BOCHK settle same-day via the RTGS (Real Time Gross Settlement) system operated by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Cross-border RMB transfers to mainland China typically clear within 1 to 2 business days through the CNAPS (China National Advanced Payment System) network.

BOCHK Wire Transfer Fees

BOCHK charges HKD 65 to HKD 120 for incoming international wires and HKD 100 to HKD 250 for outgoing wires, depending on the currency and destination. RMB cross-border transfers carry separate fee schedules that vary by transaction type (trade settlement vs. capital account).

BOCHK offers preferential FX rates for HKD-RMB conversions, reflecting its role as the RMB clearing bank. The spread on HKD-RMB is typically tighter at BOCHK than at competing Hong Kong banks.

How Slash fits in

Slash monitors your BOCHK payment flows including HKD wires and RMB cross-border settlements. Each transaction is tracked with conversion rate details and settlement status, giving your team a clear picture of Hong Kong and China-bound cash movements.

Bank of China Hong Kong SWIFT Code: BKCHHKHH