SWIFT/BIC code BOFAHKHXGMG
BOFAHKHXGMG belongs to Bank of America, N.a. Hong Kong in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFAHKHXGMG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFAHKHX |
| Branch code | GMG |
| Bank | Bank of America, N.a. Hong Kong |
| Branch | Gmg Hk-Fx |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Bank of America, N.a. Hong Kong SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GMG 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 BIC BOFAHKHXGMG?
BOFAHKHXGMG identifies Gmg Hk-Fx, part of Bank of America, N.a. Hong Kong in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFAHKHX instead of BOFAHKHXGMG?
BOFAHKHX is the head office of Bank of America, N.a. Hong Kong, while BOFAHKHXGMG points to Gmg Hk-Fx. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFAHKHXGMG if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of America, N.a. Hong Kong?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BOFAHKHXGMG, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Hong Kong SAR China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter BOFAHKHXGMG incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFAHKHXGMG against the details from Bank of America, N.a. Hong Kong before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of America, N.a. Hong Kong?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Bank of America, N.a. Hong Kong take in Hong Kong SAR China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist 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.