SWIFT/BIC code CATHHKHHXXX
CATHHKHHXXX belongs to Cathay Bank in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CATHHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CATHHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cathay Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Cathay Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CATH 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 CATHHKHHXXX?
The code CATHHKHHXXX belongs to the head office of Cathay Bank in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to Cathay Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use CATHHKHHXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CATHHKHHXXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Cathay Bank in Hong Kong SAR China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Cathay Bank use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CATHHKHHXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Cathay Bank in Hong Kong SAR China, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Cathay Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CATHHKHHXXX, 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.
What does each part of CATHHKHHXXX mean?
CATH is the institution code of Cathay Bank, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.