SWIFT/BIC code HASECNSHXXX
HASECNSHXXX belongs to Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HASECNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HASECNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 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 is behind SWIFT code HASECNSHXXX?
HASECNSHXXX identifies the head office of Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited in Shanghai, China. Use it when a payment to Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use HASECNSHXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HASECNSHXXX against the details from Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HASECNSHXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of HASECNSHXXX mean?
HASE is the bank code of Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited, CN stands for China, SH is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.