SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHSHI
COMMCNSHSHI belongs to Bank of Communications in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHSHI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | SHI |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Shanghai Municipal Branch |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- SHI 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 BIC COMMCNSHSHI?
The code COMMCNSHSHI belongs to Shanghai Municipal Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Shanghai, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHSHI?
COMMCNSH points to the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHSHI points to Shanghai Municipal Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use COMMCNSHSHI if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHSHI, the account number or IBAN 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. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Has Bank of Communications got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.