SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHYBN
COMMCNSHYBN belongs to Bank of Communications in Yanbian, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHYBN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | YBN |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Yanbian Branch |
| City | Yanbian |
| Country | China |
How the Bank of Communications SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- YBN 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 COMMCNSHYBN?
COMMCNSHYBN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Yanbian Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Communications in Yanbian, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Bank of Communications have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 241 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Communications in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of COMMCNSHYBN stand for?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the location code and YBN identifies the branch Yanbian Branch.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHYBN?
COMMCNSH points to the main office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHYBN points to Yanbian Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHYBN.
What happens if I use COMMCNSHYBN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COMMCNSHYBN against the details from Bank of Communications 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 the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.