SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHIAN
COMMCNSHIAN belongs to Bank of Communications in Xian, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHIAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | IAN |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Shaanxi Provincial Branch |
| City | Xian |
| 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.
- IAN 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 COMMCNSHIAN?
COMMCNSHIAN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shaanxi Provincial Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Xian, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Bank of Communications have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 241 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Communications in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Communications.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHIAN, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter COMMCNSHIAN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COMMCNSHIAN against the details from Bank of Communications before you confirm.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHIAN?
COMMCNSH points to the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHIAN is Shaanxi Provincial Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHIAN.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.