SWIFT/BIC code BOFMHKHHXXX
BOFMHKHHXXX belongs to Bank of Montreal in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFMHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFMHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Montreal |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Bank of Montreal SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFM 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 uses SWIFT code BOFMHKHHXXX?
BOFMHKHHXXX identifies the head office of Bank of Montreal in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of Montreal does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of BOFMHKHHXXX mean?
BOFM is the bank code of Bank of Montreal, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Montreal?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BOFMHKHHXXX, 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.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Montreal take in Hong Kong SAR China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter BOFMHKHHXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFMHKHHXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Montreal?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.