SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHYCA
COMMCNSHYCA belongs to Bank of Communications in Yan Cheng, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHYCA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | YCA |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Yancheng Branch |
| City | Yan Cheng |
| 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.
- YCA 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 COMMCNSHYCA?
The code COMMCNSHYCA belongs to Yancheng Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Yan Cheng, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Communications?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHYCA, 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.
What does each part of COMMCNSHYCA mean?
COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the code for the city or region and YCA identifies the branch Yancheng Branch.
What happens if I enter COMMCNSHYCA with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check COMMCNSHYCA with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
Banks often 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.