SWIFT/BIC code ESSEHKHHXXX
ESSEHKHHXXX belongs to Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ESSE 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 institution is behind SWIFT code ESSEHKHHXXX?
The code ESSEHKHHXXX belongs to the headquarters of Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when a payment to Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB does not need a specific branch.
Is ESSEHKHH and ESSEHKHHXXX the same code?
Yes. ESSEHKHH is the short version of ESSEHKHHXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB in Hong Kong.
What is the best way to send money to Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB in Hong Kong SAR China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ESSEHKHHXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB in Hong Kong SAR China, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use ESSEHKHHXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ESSEHKHHXXX 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.