SWIFT/BIC code HASECNSHHSH
HASECNSHHSH belongs to Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HASECNSHHSH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HASECNSH |
| Branch code | HSH |
| Bank | Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited |
| Branch | Shanghai Branch |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HASE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- HSH 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 is behind BIC HASECNSHHSH?
HASECNSHHSH identifies Shanghai Branch, a unit of Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited in Shanghai, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HASECNSHHSH with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HASECNSHHSH with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited in China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use HASECNSH instead of HASECNSHHSH?
HASECNSH is the head office of Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited, while HASECNSHHSH points to Shanghai Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HASECNSHHSH if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HASECNSHHSH, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.