SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHMAS
COMMCNSHMAS belongs to Bank of Communications in Ma'anshan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHMAS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | MAS |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Maanshan Branch |
| City | Ma'anshan |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- MAS 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 SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHMAS?
COMMCNSHMAS identifies Maanshan Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Ma'anshan, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHMAS, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHMAS?
COMMCNSH points to the main office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHMAS is Maanshan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHMAS.
What do the letters in COMMCNSHMAS mean?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the location code and MAS identifies the branch Maanshan Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.