SWIFT/BIC code HICNAU31XXX
HICNAU31XXX belongs to Sg Hiscock and Company Limited in Melbourne, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HICNAU31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HICNAU31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sg Hiscock and Company Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Melbourne |
| Country | Australia |
The way the Sg Hiscock and Company Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HICN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 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
Which institution uses SWIFT/BIC code HICNAU31XXX?
HICNAU31XXX identifies the main office of Sg Hiscock and Company Limited in Melbourne, Australia. Use it when you send money to an account at Sg Hiscock and Company Limited.
What does each part of HICNAU31XXX stand for?
HICN is the institution code of Sg Hiscock and Company Limited, AU stands for Australia, 31 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Sg Hiscock and Company Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HICNAU31XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use HICNAU31XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HICNAU31XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Sg Hiscock and Company Limited take in Australia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sg Hiscock and Company Limited in Australia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.