SWIFT/BIC code HASEHKHHCLS
HASEHKHHCLS belongs to Hang Seng Bank Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HASEHKHHCLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HASEHKHH |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | Hang Seng Bank Limited |
| Branch | Settlement of Cls Payment |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Hang Seng Bank 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.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CLS 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HASEHKHHCLS?
HASEHKHHCLS identifies Settlement of Cls Payment, part of Hang Seng Bank Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Hang Seng Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HASEHKHHCLS, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Hong Kong SAR China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use HASEHKHH instead of HASEHKHHCLS?
HASEHKHH points to the head office of Hang Seng Bank Limited, while HASEHKHHCLS points to Settlement of Cls Payment. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HASEHKHHCLS if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Hang Seng Bank Limited in Hong Kong SAR China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Hang Seng Bank Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Hang Seng Bank Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Hang Seng Bank Limited in Hong Kong SAR China. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.