SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHWHN
COMMCNSHWHN belongs to Bank of Communications in Wuhan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHWHN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | WHN |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Hubei Provincial Branch |
| City | Wuhan |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- WHN 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHWHN?
COMMCNSHWHN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hubei Provincial Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Communications in Wuhan, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of COMMCNSHWHN stand for?
COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the location code and WHN is the code of the department Hubei Provincial Branch.
What happens if I enter COMMCNSHWHN with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check COMMCNSHWHN with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Bank of Communications got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 241 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Communications in China. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Communications.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHWHN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.