SWIFT/BIC code HBMBMYKLXXX
HBMBMYKLXXX belongs to HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBMBMYKLXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBMBMYKL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kuala Lumpur |
| Country | Malaysia |
How the HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HBMB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KL 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 uses BIC HBMBMYKLXXX?
HBMBMYKLXXX identifies the head office of HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Use it when a payment to HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad does not need a specific branch.
Does HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HBMBMYKLXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad in Malaysia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use HBMBMYKLXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBMBMYKLXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of HBMBMYKLXXX mean?
HBMB is the institution code of HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad, MY is the ISO code of Malaysia, KL is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HBMBMYKLXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Malaysia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad in Malaysia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.