SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHIUZ
COMMCNSHIUZ belongs to Bank of Communications in Xuzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHIUZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | IUZ |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Xuzhou Branch |
| City | Xuzhou |
| 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.
- IUZ 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
What bank uses SWIFT code COMMCNSHIUZ?
COMMCNSHIUZ is the SWIFT/BIC code of Xuzhou Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Xuzhou, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in COMMCNSHIUZ stand for?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the location code and IUZ identifies the branch Xuzhou Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHIUZ, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Communications?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHIUZ?
COMMCNSH is the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHIUZ is Xuzhou Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use COMMCNSHIUZ if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications take in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.