SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHIYA
COMMCNSHIYA belongs to Bank of Communications in Xianyang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHIYA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | IYA |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Xianyang Branch |
| City | Xianyang |
| 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.
- IYA 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 COMMCNSHIYA?
COMMCNSHIYA identifies Xianyang Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Xianyang, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of COMMCNSHIYA mean?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the location code and IYA is the code of the department Xianyang Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHIYA?
COMMCNSH points to the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHIYA is Xianyang Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHIYA.
What happens if I enter COMMCNSHIYA incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COMMCNSHIYA with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. 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.