SWIFT/BIC code HASECNSHZHO
HASECNSHZHO belongs to Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited in Zhongshan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HASECNSHZHO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HASECNSH |
| Branch code | ZHO |
| Bank | Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited |
| Branch | Zhongshan Sub-Branch |
| City | Zhongshan |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- ZHO 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 branch uses SWIFT code HASECNSHZHO?
HASECNSHZHO identifies Zhongshan Sub-Branch, a branch or department of Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited in Zhongshan, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited in China. All of them are listed on the page of Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HASECNSHZHO, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use HASECNSH instead of HASECNSHZHO?
HASECNSH is the main office of Hang Seng Bank (China) Limited, while HASECNSHZHO points to Zhongshan Sub-Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HASECNSHZHO if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use HASECNSHZHO with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HASECNSHZHO with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.