SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHSYC
COMMCNSHSYC belongs to Bank of Communications in Shaoyang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHSYC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | SYC |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Shaoyang Branch |
| City | Shaoyang |
| 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.
- SYC 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 COMMCNSHSYC?
The code COMMCNSHSYC belongs to Shaoyang Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Shaoyang, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHSYC, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHSYC?
COMMCNSH is the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHSYC is Shaoyang Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use COMMCNSHSYC if the recipient asks for it.
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 specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Bank of Communications have 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.