SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHKMG
COMMCNSHKMG belongs to Bank of Communications in Kunming, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHKMG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | KMG |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Yunnan Provincial Branch |
| City | Kunming |
| 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.
- KMG 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 COMMCNSHKMG?
COMMCNSHKMG identifies Yunnan Provincial Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Kunming, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of COMMCNSHKMG mean?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the location code and KMG identifies the department Yunnan Provincial Branch.
Does Bank of Communications have more 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.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHKMG, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHKMG?
COMMCNSH is the main office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHKMG points to Yunnan Provincial Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use COMMCNSHKMG if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.