SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHYYA
COMMCNSHYYA belongs to Bank of Communications in Yiyang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHYYA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | YYA |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Yiyang Branch |
| City | Yiyang |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- YYA 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHYYA?
The code COMMCNSHYYA belongs to Yiyang Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Yiyang, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHYYA, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in COMMCNSHYYA mean?
COMM is the bank code of Bank of Communications, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the code for the city or region and YYA is the code of the department Yiyang Branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
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. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use COMMCNSHYYA with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check COMMCNSHYYA 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.