SWIFT/BIC code CDFCHKHHXXX
CDFCHKHHXXX belongs to Bank of China International Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CDFCHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CDFCHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of China International Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Bank of China International Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CDFC 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 CDFCHKHHXXX?
CDFCHKHHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Bank of China International Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of China International Limited.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China International Limited take 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 quicker and cheaper.
Has Bank of China International Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China International Limited in Hong Kong SAR China, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China International Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CDFCHKHHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Hong Kong SAR China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter CDFCHKHHXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CDFCHKHHXXX with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in CDFCHKHHXXX stand for?
CDFC is the institution code of Bank of China International Limited, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.