SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHLYN
COMMCNSHLYN belongs to Bank of Communications in Longyan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHLYN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | LYN |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Longyan Branch |
| City | Longyan |
| Country | China |
The way the Bank of Communications SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- LYN 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHLYN?
The code COMMCNSHLYN belongs to Longyan Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Communications in Longyan, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHLYN?
COMMCNSH points to the main office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHLYN points to Longyan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use COMMCNSHLYN if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in COMMCNSHLYN mean?
COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the code for the city or region and LYN is the code of the department Longyan Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Communications?
Many banks 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.
Has Bank of Communications got other 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 happens if I enter COMMCNSHLYN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COMMCNSHLYN 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.