SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHSYG
COMMCNSHSYG belongs to Bank of Communications in Shenyang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHSYG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | SYG |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Liaoning Provincial Branch |
| City | Shenyang |
| Country | China |
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.
- SYG 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 is behind SWIFT code COMMCNSHSYG?
The code COMMCNSHSYG belongs to Liaoning Provincial Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Communications in Shenyang, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHSYG, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of COMMCNSHSYG stand for?
COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the code for the city or region and SYG identifies the department Liaoning Provincial Branch.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHSYG?
COMMCNSH points to the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHSYG points to Liaoning Provincial Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHSYG.
What is the best 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 transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.