SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHZJG
COMMCNSHZJG belongs to Bank of Communications in Zhenjiang, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHZJG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | ZJG |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Zhenjiang Branch |
| City | Zhenjiang |
| 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.
- ZJG 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHZJG?
The code COMMCNSHZJG belongs to Zhenjiang Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Zhenjiang, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHZJG?
COMMCNSH points to the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHZJG points to Zhenjiang Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use COMMCNSHZJG if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter COMMCNSHZJG incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COMMCNSHZJG with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Bank of Communications got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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 do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Communications?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHZJG, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications in China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.