SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHYYG
COMMCNSHYYG belongs to Bank of Communications in Yueyang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHYYG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | YYG |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Yueyang Branch |
| City | Yueyang |
| 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.
- YYG 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 COMMCNSHYYG?
COMMCNSHYYG identifies Yueyang Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Yueyang, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use COMMCNSHYYG incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check COMMCNSHYYG against the details from Bank of Communications before you confirm.
What do the letters in COMMCNSHYYG mean?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN stands for China, SH is the code for the city or region and YYG identifies the department Yueyang Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Communications?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHYYG?
COMMCNSH is the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHYYG points to Yueyang Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHYYG.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.