SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHGYG
COMMCNSHGYG belongs to Bank of Communications in Guiyang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHGYG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | GYG |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Guizhou Provincial Branch |
| City | Guiyang |
| 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.
- GYG 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHGYG?
COMMCNSHGYG identifies Guizhou Provincial Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Communications in Guiyang, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHGYG, 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 does each part of COMMCNSHGYG mean?
COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the code for the city or region and GYG is the code of the branch Guizhou Provincial Branch.
Does Bank of Communications have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 241 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Communications in China. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Communications.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Communications?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services 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.