SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHLYA
COMMCNSHLYA belongs to Bank of Communications in Luoyang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHLYA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | LYA |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Luoyang Branch |
| City | Luoyang |
| 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.
- LYA 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 is behind BIC COMMCNSHLYA?
COMMCNSHLYA identifies Luoyang Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Luoyang, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank of Communications got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 241 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Communications in China. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHLYA?
COMMCNSH points to the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHLYA is Luoyang Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use COMMCNSHLYA if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Communications?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHLYA, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use COMMCNSHLYA with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COMMCNSHLYA with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.