SWIFT/BIC code BARCHKHWXXX
BARCHKHWXXX belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCHKHWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCHKHW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BARC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HW Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 code BARCHKHWXXX?
The code BARCHKHWXXX belongs to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when a payment to Barclays Bank PLC does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of BARCHKHWXXX mean?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, HW is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Barclays Bank PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BARCHKHWXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Hong Kong SAR China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter BARCHKHWXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCHKHWXXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in Hong Kong SAR China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Is BARCHKHW and BARCHKHWXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BARCHKHW is the short version of BARCHKHWXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Barclays Bank PLC in Hong Kong.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.