SWIFT/BIC code HINTHKH1XXX
HINTHKH1XXX belongs to HSBC International Trustee Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HINTHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HINTHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC International Trustee Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the HSBC International Trustee Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HINT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- H1 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 SWIFT code HINTHKH1XXX?
HINTHKH1XXX identifies the headquarters of HSBC International Trustee Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when a payment to HSBC International Trustee Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use HINTHKH1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HINTHKH1XXX against the details from HSBC International Trustee Limited before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC International Trustee Limited in Hong Kong SAR China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does HSBC International Trustee Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HINTHKH1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for HSBC International Trustee Limited in Hong Kong SAR China, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC International Trustee Limited in Hong Kong SAR China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in HINTHKH1XXX stand for?
HINT is the institution code of HSBC International Trustee Limited, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, H1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.