SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHHLD
COMMCNSHHLD belongs to Bank of Communications in Huludao, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHHLD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | HLD |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Huludao Branch |
| City | Huludao |
| Country | China |
How the Bank of Communications SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- HLD 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 COMMCNSHHLD?
COMMCNSHHLD identifies Huludao Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Huludao, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
Banks often 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.
What do the letters in COMMCNSHHLD mean?
COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the location code and HLD identifies the department Huludao Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use COMMCNSHHLD with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check COMMCNSHHLD against the details from Bank of Communications before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHHLD, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.