SWIFT/BIC code COMMCN3XOBU
COMMCN3XOBU belongs to Bank of Communications, Co. LTD. in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCN3XOBU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCN3X |
| Branch code | OBU |
| Bank | Bank of Communications, Co. LTD. |
| Branch | Offshore Banking Unit |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the Bank of Communications, Co. LTD. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COMM 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.
- OBU 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 uses BIC COMMCN3XOBU?
The code COMMCN3XOBU belongs to Offshore Banking Unit, a unit of Bank of Communications, Co. LTD. in Shanghai, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use COMMCN3X instead of COMMCN3XOBU?
COMMCN3X points to the main office of Bank of Communications, Co. LTD., while COMMCN3XOBU points to Offshore Banking Unit. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use COMMCN3XOBU if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter COMMCN3XOBU with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COMMCN3XOBU with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Communications, Co. LTD. in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in COMMCN3XOBU mean?
COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, Co. LTD., CN is the ISO code of China, 3X is the code for the city or region and OBU is the code of the department Offshore Banking Unit.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications, Co. LTD. take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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.