SWIFT/BIC code CHLSHKH1XXX
CHLSHKH1XXX belongs to Cheong Lee Securities Limited in Wan Chai, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CHLSHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CHLSHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cheong Lee Securities Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Wan Chai |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Cheong Lee Securities Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CHLS 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 is behind SWIFT code CHLSHKH1XXX?
The code CHLSHKH1XXX belongs to the head office of Cheong Lee Securities Limited in Wan Chai, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when a payment to Cheong Lee Securities Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use CHLSHKH1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CHLSHKH1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Cheong Lee Securities Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Hong Kong Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
Does Cheong Lee Securities Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CHLSHKH1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Cheong Lee Securities Limited in Hong Kong SAR China, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are CHLSHKH1 and CHLSHKH1XXX the same code?
Yes. CHLSHKH1 is the short version of CHLSHKH1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Cheong Lee Securities Limited in Wan Chai.
How long does a transfer to Cheong Lee Securities Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.