SWIFT/BIC code BNPAHKHHXXX
BNPAHKHHXXX belongs to BNP Paribas in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the BNP Paribas SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNPA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HH 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BNPAHKHHXXX?
BNPAHKHHXXX identifies the main office of BNP Paribas in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at BNP Paribas.
Are BNPAHKHH and BNPAHKHHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BNPAHKHH is the short version of BNPAHKHHXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to BNP Paribas in Hong Kong.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas?
Banks often add 1–3% 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.
Has BNP Paribas got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas in Hong Kong SAR China. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at BNP Paribas?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BNPAHKHHXXX, 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 always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.