SWIFT/BIC code BOBIHKHHXXX
BOBIHKHHXXX belongs to Bank of Baroda, Hong Kong in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOBIHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOBIHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Baroda, Hong Kong |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Bank of Baroda, Hong Kong SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOBI 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code BOBIHKHHXXX?
The code BOBIHKHHXXX belongs to the head office of Bank of Baroda, Hong Kong in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when a payment to Bank of Baroda, Hong Kong does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Baroda, Hong Kong in Hong Kong SAR China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Is BOBIHKHH and BOBIHKHHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BOBIHKHH is the short version of BOBIHKHHXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Bank of Baroda, Hong Kong in Hong Kong.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Baroda, Hong Kong?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BOBIHKHHXXX, 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 does each part of BOBIHKHHXXX stand for?
BOBI is the bank code of Bank of Baroda, Hong Kong, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Baroda, Hong Kong?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.