SWIFT/BIC code BATSHKH1XXX
BATSHKH1XXX belongs to Bat Asia Pacific Region LTD in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BATSHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BATSHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bat Asia Pacific Region LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Bat Asia Pacific Region LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BATS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- H1 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
Which institution uses BIC BATSHKH1XXX?
BATSHKH1XXX identifies the head office of Bat Asia Pacific Region LTD in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to Bat Asia Pacific Region LTD does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bat Asia Pacific Region LTD?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BATSHKH1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BATSHKH1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bat Asia Pacific Region LTD take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bat Asia Pacific Region LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BATSHKH1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Hong Kong SAR China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BATSHKH1XXX stand for?
BATS is the institution code of Bat Asia Pacific Region LTD, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, H1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.