SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHZJK
COMMCNSHZJK belongs to Bank of Communications in Zhangjiakou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHZJK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | ZJK |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Zhangjiakou Branch |
| City | Zhangjiakou |
| Country | China |
The way the Bank of Communications SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- ZJK 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 is behind BIC COMMCNSHZJK?
The code COMMCNSHZJK belongs to Zhangjiakou Branch, part of Bank of Communications in Zhangjiakou, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank of Communications got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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 does each part of COMMCNSHZJK mean?
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 ZJK identifies the department Zhangjiakou Branch.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHZJK?
COMMCNSH points to the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHZJK points to Zhangjiakou Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHZJK.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Communications?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.