SWIFT/BIC code GOAFHKHXXXX
GOAFHKHXXXX belongs to Goldman Sachs (Asia) Finance in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GOAFHKHXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GOAFHKHX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Goldman Sachs (Asia) Finance |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Goldman Sachs (Asia) Finance SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GOAF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HX 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 uses BIC GOAFHKHXXXX?
The code GOAFHKHXXXX belongs to the headquarters of Goldman Sachs (Asia) Finance in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Goldman Sachs (Asia) Finance.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Goldman Sachs (Asia) Finance?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are GOAFHKHX and GOAFHKHXXXX the same code?
Yes. GOAFHKHX is the short version of GOAFHKHXXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Goldman Sachs (Asia) Finance in Hong Kong.
What happens if I enter GOAFHKHXXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GOAFHKHXXXX against the details from Goldman Sachs (Asia) Finance before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Goldman Sachs (Asia) Finance?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code GOAFHKHXXXX, the account number or IBAN 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 GOAFHKHXXXX mean?
GOAF is the bank code of Goldman Sachs (Asia) Finance, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, HX is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.