SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHQHI

COMMCNSHQHI belongs to Bank of Communications in Qinghai, China.

COMMCNSHQHI

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOMMCNSHQHI
8-character codeCOMMCNSH
Branch codeQHI
BankBank of Communications
BranchQinghai Provincial Branch
CityQinghai
CountryChina

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.
QHI 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 COMMCNSHQHI?

COMMCNSHQHI identifies Qinghai Provincial Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Qinghai, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best 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 transfer services before you send.

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. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHQHI, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

Does Bank of Communications have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 241 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Communications in China. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter COMMCNSHQHI incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COMMCNSHQHI against the details from Bank of Communications before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.