SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHZQG
COMMCNSHZQG belongs to Bank of Communications in Zhaoqing, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHZQG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | ZQG |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Zhaoqing Branch |
| City | Zhaoqing |
| 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.
- ZQG 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 bank uses BIC COMMCNSHZQG?
COMMCNSHZQG identifies Zhaoqing Branch, a unit of Bank of Communications in Zhaoqing, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Communications?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHZQG, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications take in China?
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 does each part of COMMCNSHZQG stand for?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the location code and ZQG identifies the department Zhaoqing Branch.
What happens if I enter COMMCNSHZQG incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COMMCNSHZQG against the details from Bank of Communications before sending.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHZQG?
COMMCNSH is the main office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHZQG is Zhaoqing Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMMCNSHZQG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.