SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHDGN
COMMCNSHDGN belongs to Bank of Communications in Dongguan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHDGN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | DGN |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Dongguan Branch |
| City | Dongguan |
| Country | China |
How the Bank of Communications 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).
- SH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- DGN 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHDGN?
COMMCNSHDGN identifies Dongguan Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Dongguan, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHDGN?
COMMCNSH is the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHDGN is Dongguan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use COMMCNSHDGN if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHDGN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in COMMCNSHDGN mean?
COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the location code and DGN identifies the branch Dongguan Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.