SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHYQN
COMMCNSHYQN belongs to Bank of Communications in Yangquan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHYQN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | YQN |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Yangquan Branch |
| City | Yangquan |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- YQN 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 COMMCNSHYQN?
The code COMMCNSHYQN belongs to Yangquan Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Yangquan, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Communications?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in COMMCNSHYQN stand for?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the code for the city or region and YQN is the code of the department Yangquan Branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHYQN, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter COMMCNSHYQN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COMMCNSHYQN against the details from Bank of Communications before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.