SWIFT/BIC code EFICHKK1XXX
EFICHKK1XXX belongs to China Everbright Financial Holdings Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EFICHKK1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EFICHKK1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | China Everbright Financial Holdings Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the China Everbright Financial Holdings Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EFIC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- K1 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 EFICHKK1XXX?
The code EFICHKK1XXX belongs to the main office of China Everbright Financial Holdings Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to China Everbright Financial Holdings Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to China Everbright Financial Holdings Limited?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
What does each part of EFICHKK1XXX stand for?
EFIC is the institution code of China Everbright Financial Holdings Limited, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, K1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at China Everbright Financial Holdings Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code EFICHKK1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Hong Kong SAR China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter EFICHKK1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check EFICHKK1XXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to China Everbright Financial Holdings Limited in Hong Kong SAR China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist 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.