SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHGLN

COMMCNSHGLN belongs to Bank of Communications in Guilin, China.

COMMCNSHGLN

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOMMCNSHGLN
8-character codeCOMMCNSH
Branch codeGLN
BankBank of Communications
BranchGuilin Branch
CityGuilin
CountryChina

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.
GLN 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 SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHGLN?

COMMCNSHGLN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Guilin Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Guilin, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHGLN?

COMMCNSH is the main office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHGLN is Guilin Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHGLN.

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. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of COMMCNSHGLN mean?

COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the code for the city or region and GLN identifies the department Guilin Branch.

Does Bank of Communications have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 241 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Communications in China. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter COMMCNSHGLN incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COMMCNSHGLN against the details from Bank of Communications before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.