SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHGUA

COMMCNSHGUA belongs to Bank of Communications in Guangzhou, China.

COMMCNSHGUA

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOMMCNSHGUA
8-character codeCOMMCNSH
Branch codeGUA
BankBank of Communications
BranchGuangdong Provincial Branch
CityGuangzhou
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.
GUA 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 BIC COMMCNSHGUA?

The code COMMCNSHGUA belongs to Guangdong Provincial Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Guangzhou, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Bank of Communications have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

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

Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHGUA?

COMMCNSH is the main office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHGUA points to Guangdong Provincial Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use COMMCNSHGUA if the recipient asks for it.

Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Communications?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHGUA, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

What is the best way to send money to Bank of Communications?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter COMMCNSHGUA with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check COMMCNSHGUA against the details from Bank of Communications before sending.

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