SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHHSI
COMMCNSHHSI belongs to Bank of Communications in Huangshi, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHHSI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | HSI |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Huangshi Branch |
| City | Huangshi |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- HSI 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 COMMCNSHHSI?
The code COMMCNSHHSI belongs to Huangshi Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Huangshi, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHHSI, 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.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHHSI?
COMMCNSH is the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHHSI is Huangshi Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHHSI.
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.
What does each part of COMMCNSHHSI stand for?
COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the location code and HSI identifies the department Huangshi Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.