SWIFT/BIC code HANDHKHHXXX
HANDHKHHXXX belongs to Svenska Handelsbanken Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HANDHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HANDHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Svenska Handelsbanken Hong Kong Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Svenska Handelsbanken Hong Kong Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HAND 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 BIC HANDHKHHXXX?
HANDHKHHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Svenska Handelsbanken Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to Svenska Handelsbanken Hong Kong Branch does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Svenska Handelsbanken Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong SAR China?
Banks often add several percent 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.
What happens if I use HANDHKHHXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HANDHKHHXXX against the details from Svenska Handelsbanken Hong Kong Branch before you confirm.
Does Svenska Handelsbanken Hong Kong Branch use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HANDHKHHXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Svenska Handelsbanken Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong SAR China, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are HANDHKHH and HANDHKHHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. HANDHKHH is the short version of HANDHKHHXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Svenska Handelsbanken Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong.
How long does a transfer to Svenska Handelsbanken Hong Kong Branch take in Hong Kong SAR China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.