SWIFT/BIC code BLICHKHKXXX
BLICHKHKXXX belongs to HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BLICHKHKXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BLICHKHK |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BLIC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HK 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 bank uses BIC BLICHKHKXXX?
BLICHKHKXXX identifies the head office of HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Hong Kong SAR China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Is BLICHKHK and BLICHKHKXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BLICHKHK is the 8-character version of BLICHKHKXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Hong Kong.
What do the letters in BLICHKHKXXX mean?
BLIC is the bank code of HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, HK is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BLICHKHKXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Hong Kong SAR China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter BLICHKHKXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BLICHKHKXXX against the details from HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.