SWIFT/BIC code HKBAAU2SCLS
HKBAAU2SCLS belongs to HSBC Bank Australia Limited in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HKBAAU2SCLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HKBAAU2S |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Australia Limited |
| Branch | Cls Division |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the HSBC Bank Australia Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HKBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CLS 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 branch uses BIC HKBAAU2SCLS?
HKBAAU2SCLS identifies Cls Division, a branch or department of HSBC Bank Australia Limited in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank Australia Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank Australia Limited in Australia, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at HSBC Bank Australia Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HKBAAU2SCLS, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank Australia Limited in Australia?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank Australia Limited in Australia?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use HKBAAU2S instead of HKBAAU2SCLS?
HKBAAU2S points to the main office of HSBC Bank Australia Limited, while HKBAAU2SCLS points to Cls Division. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HKBAAU2SCLS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.