SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHFTU
COMMCNSHFTU belongs to Bank of Communications in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHFTU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | FTU |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone Branch |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- FTU 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 is behind BIC COMMCNSHFTU?
The code COMMCNSHFTU belongs to Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Shanghai, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use COMMCNSHFTU with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COMMCNSHFTU against the details from Bank of Communications before sending.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHFTU?
COMMCNSH is the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHFTU points to Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use COMMCNSHFTU if the recipient asks for it.
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. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications take in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Has Bank of Communications got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 241 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Communications in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.