SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHJMN
COMMCNSHJMN belongs to Bank of Communications in Jiangmen, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHJMN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | JMN |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Jiangmen Branch |
| City | Jiangmen |
| 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.
- JMN 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 COMMCNSHJMN?
The code COMMCNSHJMN belongs to Jiangmen Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Jiangmen, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in COMMCNSHJMN stand for?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the code for the city or region and JMN identifies the branch Jiangmen Branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHJMN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications take in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker 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. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHJMN?
COMMCNSH points to the main office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHJMN is Jiangmen Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHJMN.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.