SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHLYG
COMMCNSHLYG belongs to Bank of Communications in Lianyungang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHLYG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | LYG |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Lianyungang Branch |
| City | Lianyungang |
| Country | China |
How the Bank of Communications SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- LYG 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 uses BIC COMMCNSHLYG?
The code COMMCNSHLYG belongs to Lianyungang Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Communications in Lianyungang, China. Use this branch code only when 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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHLYG?
COMMCNSH is the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHLYG is Lianyungang Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use COMMCNSHLYG if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Communications?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHLYG, 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.