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SWIFT/BIC code HANDSESSXXX

HANDSESSXXX belongs to Svenska Handelsbanken in Stockholm, Sweden.

HANDSESSXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHANDSESSXXX
8-character codeHANDSESS
Branch codeXXX
BankSvenska Handelsbanken
BranchHead office
CityStockholm
CountrySweden

The way the Svenska Handelsbanken 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.
SE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
SS 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HANDSESSXXX?

HANDSESSXXX identifies the headquarters of Svenska Handelsbanken in Stockholm, Sweden. It is the code to use when a payment to Svenska Handelsbanken does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I use HANDSESSXXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HANDSESSXXX with the recipient before sending.

How long does it take to send money to Svenska Handelsbanken in Sweden?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HANDSESSXXX for a euro transfer to Sweden?

Sweden is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HANDSESSXXX.

Is HANDSESS and HANDSESSXXX the same code?

Yes. HANDSESS is the 8-character version of HANDSESSXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Svenska Handelsbanken in Stockholm.

What is the best way to send money to Svenska Handelsbanken?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swedish Krona with transfer services before you send.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.