SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHHNN
COMMCNSHHNN belongs to Bank of Communications in Hainan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHHNN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | HNN |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Hainan Provincial Branch |
| City | Hainan |
| Country | China |
The way the Bank of Communications SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- HNN 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 code COMMCNSHHNN?
COMMCNSHHNN identifies Hainan Provincial Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Communications in Hainan, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use COMMCNSHHNN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check COMMCNSHHNN against the details from Bank of Communications before sending.
Does Bank of Communications have 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.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHHNN?
COMMCNSH is the main office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHHNN points to Hainan Provincial Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHHNN.
What do the letters in COMMCNSHHNN mean?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the code for the city or region and HNN is the code of the branch Hainan Provincial Branch.
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. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.