SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHJNN
COMMCNSHJNN belongs to Bank of Communications in Jinan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHJNN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | JNN |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Shandong Provincial Branch |
| City | Jinan |
| 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.
- JNN 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 is behind BIC COMMCNSHJNN?
COMMCNSHJNN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shandong Provincial Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Jinan, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHJNN, 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.
What happens if I enter COMMCNSHJNN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check COMMCNSHJNN against the details from Bank of Communications before you confirm.
What does each part of COMMCNSHJNN mean?
COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the location code and JNN is the code of the branch Shandong Provincial Branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications take in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHJNN?
COMMCNSH points to the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHJNN points to Shandong Provincial Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHJNN.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.