SWIFT/BIC code BKTLHKKHXXX
BKTLHKKHXXX belongs to Bank of Communications Trustee Limited in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTLHKKHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTLHKKH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Communications Trustee Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sheung Wan |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Bank of Communications Trustee Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKTL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KH 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/BIC code BKTLHKKHXXX?
BKTLHKKHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bank of Communications Trustee Limited in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of Communications Trustee Limited.
Does Bank of Communications Trustee Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BKTLHKKHXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of Communications Trustee Limited in Hong Kong SAR China, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Communications Trustee Limited in Hong Kong SAR China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Is BKTLHKKH and BKTLHKKHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BKTLHKKH is the 8-character version of BKTLHKKHXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Bank of Communications Trustee Limited in Sheung Wan.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Communications Trustee Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use BKTLHKKHXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTLHKKHXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.