SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHQDO
COMMCNSHQDO belongs to Bank of Communications in Qingdao, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHQDO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | QDO |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Qingdao Branch |
| City | Qingdao |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- QDO 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 code COMMCNSHQDO?
COMMCNSHQDO identifies Qingdao Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Qingdao, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHQDO, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
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.
Does Bank of Communications have other 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.
What does each part of COMMCNSHQDO stand for?
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 QDO is the code of the department Qingdao Branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.