SWIFT/BIC code HCSDGRAAASI
HCSDGRAAASI belongs to Hellenic Exchanges S.A. in Athens, Greece.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HCSDGRAAASI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HCSDGRAA |
| Branch code | ASI |
| Bank | Hellenic Exchanges S.A. |
| Branch | Helex Ancillary System |
| City | Athens |
| Country | Greece |
The way the Hellenic Exchanges S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HCSD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- ASI 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 HCSDGRAAASI?
HCSDGRAAASI identifies Helex Ancillary System, a branch or department of Hellenic Exchanges S.A. in Athens, Greece. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HCSDGRAA instead of HCSDGRAAASI?
HCSDGRAA is the main office of Hellenic Exchanges S.A., while HCSDGRAAASI points to Helex Ancillary System. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HCSDGRAAASI.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Hellenic Exchanges S.A.?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of HCSDGRAAASI mean?
HCSD is the bank code of Hellenic Exchanges S.A., GR stands for Greece, AA is the code for the city or region and ASI identifies the branch Helex Ancillary System.
Has Hellenic Exchanges S.A. got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Hellenic Exchanges S.A. in Greece, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Hellenic Exchanges S.A..
Do I need HCSDGRAAASI to send euros to Greece?
Greece is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HCSDGRAAASI.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.