SWIFT/BIC code CAANHKH1XXX
CAANHKH1XXX belongs to Y.f. Chan and Co. in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CAANHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CAANHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Y.f. Chan and Co. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Y.f. Chan and Co. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CAAN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- H1 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 code CAANHKH1XXX?
The code CAANHKH1XXX belongs to the main office of Y.f. Chan and Co. in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when a payment to Y.f. Chan and Co. does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Y.f. Chan and Co.?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter CAANHKH1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CAANHKH1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Y.f. Chan and Co.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CAANHKH1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Hong Kong SAR China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of CAANHKH1XXX mean?
CAAN is the bank code of Y.f. Chan and Co., HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, H1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Y.f. Chan and Co.?
Many banks 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.