SWIFT/BIC code HEMISES1XXX
HEMISES1XXX belongs to H and M Hennes and Mauritz International AB in Stockholm, Sweden.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HEMISES1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HEMISES1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | H and M Hennes and Mauritz International AB |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Stockholm |
| Country | Sweden |
The way the H and M Hennes and Mauritz International AB SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HEMI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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/BIC code HEMISES1XXX?
HEMISES1XXX identifies the headquarters of H and M Hennes and Mauritz International AB in Stockholm, Sweden. Use it when a payment to H and M Hennes and Mauritz International AB does not need a specific branch.
Is HEMISES1 and HEMISES1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. HEMISES1 is the short version of HEMISES1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach H and M Hennes and Mauritz International AB in Stockholm.
Do I need HEMISES1XXX for a euro transfer to Sweden?
Sweden is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HEMISES1XXX.
How long does a transfer to H and M Hennes and Mauritz International AB take in Sweden?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use HEMISES1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HEMISES1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to H and M Hennes and Mauritz International AB?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swedish Krona with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.