SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHIYG
COMMCNSHIYG belongs to Bank of Communications in Xiangyang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHIYG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | IYG |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Xiangyang Branch |
| City | Xiangyang |
| 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.
- IYG 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 bank uses BIC COMMCNSHIYG?
The code COMMCNSHIYG belongs to Xiangyang Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Xiangyang, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHIYG, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of COMMCNSHIYG stand for?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the code for the city or region and IYG is the code of the branch Xiangyang Branch.
What happens if I use COMMCNSHIYG with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COMMCNSHIYG with the recipient before sending.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHIYG?
COMMCNSH is the main office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHIYG is Xiangyang Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use COMMCNSHIYG if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.