SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHSHA
COMMCNSHSHA belongs to Bank of Communications in Suihua, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHSHA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | SHA |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Suihua Branch |
| City | Suihua |
| 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.
- SHA 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 bank is behind SWIFT code COMMCNSHSHA?
COMMCNSHSHA identifies Suihua Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Suihua, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHSHA, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use COMMCNSHSHA incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COMMCNSHSHA against the details from Bank of Communications before you confirm.
What does each part of COMMCNSHSHA mean?
COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the location code and SHA is the code of the department Suihua Branch.
Does Bank of Communications have 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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Communications.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.