SWIFT/BIC code BIMEMXMMCLS
BIMEMXMMCLS belongs to HSBC Mexico, S.a., Institucion de Banca Multiple, Grupo Financiero HSBC in Mexico, Mexico.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIMEMXMMCLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIMEMXMM |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | HSBC Mexico, S.a., Institucion de Banca Multiple, Grupo Financiero HSBC |
| Branch | Cls HSBC Mexico |
| City | Mexico |
| Country | Mexico |
How the HSBC Mexico, S.a., Institucion de Banca Multiple, Grupo Financiero HSBC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIME Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MX Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MM Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CLS 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BIMEMXMMCLS?
BIMEMXMMCLS identifies Cls HSBC Mexico, part of HSBC Mexico, S.a., Institucion de Banca Multiple, Grupo Financiero HSBC in Mexico, Mexico. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Mexico, S.a., Institucion de Banca Multiple, Grupo Financiero HSBC in Mexico?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Mexican Peso with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BIMEMXMMCLS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BIMEMXMMCLS against the details from HSBC Mexico, S.a., Institucion de Banca Multiple, Grupo Financiero HSBC before sending.
What do the letters in BIMEMXMMCLS mean?
BIME is the institution code of HSBC Mexico, S.a., Institucion de Banca Multiple, Grupo Financiero HSBC, MX stands for Mexico, MM is the code for the city or region and CLS is the code of the department Cls HSBC Mexico.
Can I use BIMEMXMM instead of BIMEMXMMCLS?
BIMEMXMM points to the head office of HSBC Mexico, S.a., Institucion de Banca Multiple, Grupo Financiero HSBC, while BIMEMXMMCLS points to Cls HSBC Mexico. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BIMEMXMMCLS.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Mexico, S.a., Institucion de Banca Multiple, Grupo Financiero HSBC take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.