SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHCQG
COMMCNSHCQG belongs to Bank of Communications in Chongqing, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHCQG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | CQG |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Chongqing Municipal Branch |
| City | Chongqing |
| Country | China |
How the Bank of Communications SWIFT/BIC works
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).
- SH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CQG 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 branch is behind SWIFT code COMMCNSHCQG?
COMMCNSHCQG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chongqing Municipal Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Chongqing, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHCQG, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use COMMCNSHCQG with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COMMCNSHCQG with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in COMMCNSHCQG mean?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the code for the city or region and CQG is the code of the department Chongqing Municipal Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.