SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHJAN
COMMCNSHJAN belongs to Bank of Communications in Jian, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHJAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | JAN |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Jian Branch |
| City | Jian |
| 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.
- JAN 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 is behind BIC COMMCNSHJAN?
The code COMMCNSHJAN belongs to Jian Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Jian, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Communications?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHJAN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHJAN?
COMMCNSH points to the main office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHJAN is Jian Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHJAN.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bank of Communications have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 241 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Communications in China. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.