SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHSUZ
COMMCNSHSUZ belongs to Bank of Communications in Suzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHSUZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | SUZ |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Suzhou Branch |
| City | Suzhou |
| 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.
- SUZ 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHSUZ?
COMMCNSHSUZ identifies Suzhou Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Suzhou, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in COMMCNSHSUZ stand for?
COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the location code and SUZ is the code of the department Suzhou Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHSUZ, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Communications?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHSUZ?
COMMCNSH is the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHSUZ is Suzhou Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use COMMCNSHSUZ if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.