SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHWNN
COMMCNSHWNN belongs to Bank of Communications in Weinan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHWNN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | WNN |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Weinan Branch |
| City | Weinan |
| 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.
- WNN 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 COMMCNSHWNN?
COMMCNSHWNN identifies Weinan Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Weinan, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter COMMCNSHWNN incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COMMCNSHWNN against the details from Bank of Communications before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Communications?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHWNN?
COMMCNSH points to the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHWNN is Weinan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHWNN.
What does each part of COMMCNSHWNN stand for?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the code for the city or region and WNN identifies the department Weinan Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.