SWIFT/BIC code CITIHKHCXXX
CITIHKHCXXX belongs to Citicorp International LTD in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CITIHKHCXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CITIHKHC |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Citicorp International LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Citicorp International LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CITI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HC 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
What bank is behind BIC CITIHKHCXXX?
CITIHKHCXXX identifies the main office of Citicorp International LTD in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when a payment to Citicorp International LTD does not need a specific branch.
Is CITIHKHC and CITIHKHCXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CITIHKHC is the 8-character version of CITIHKHCXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Citicorp International LTD in Hong Kong.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Citicorp International LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CITIHKHCXXX, the IBAN or local account number 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 CITIHKHCXXX mean?
CITI is the institution code of Citicorp International LTD, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, HC is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Citicorp International LTD?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter CITIHKHCXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CITIHKHCXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.