SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHZSA
COMMCNSHZSA belongs to Bank of Communications in Zhoushan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHZSA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | ZSA |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Zhoushan Branch |
| City | Zhoushan |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- ZSA 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 BIC COMMCNSHZSA?
COMMCNSHZSA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Zhoushan Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Communications in Zhoushan, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use COMMCNSH instead of COMMCNSHZSA?
COMMCNSH points to the head office of Bank of Communications, while COMMCNSHZSA is Zhoushan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use COMMCNSHZSA if the recipient asks for it.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Communications?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHZSA, 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.
Does Bank of Communications have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 241 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Communications in China. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Communications.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.