SWIFT/BIC code HKBCCA81XXX
HKBCCA81XXX belongs to HSBC Bank Canada in Vancouver, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HKBCCA81XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HKBCCA81 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Canada |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vancouver |
| Country | Canada |
The way the HSBC Bank Canada SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HKBC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 81 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 bank is behind BIC HKBCCA81XXX?
The code HKBCCA81XXX belongs to the head office of HSBC Bank Canada in Vancouver, Canada. Use it when you send money to an account at HSBC Bank Canada.
Are HKBCCA81 and HKBCCA81XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. HKBCCA81 is the short version of HKBCCA81XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to HSBC Bank Canada in Vancouver.
What do I need to send money to an account at HSBC Bank Canada?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HKBCCA81XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter HKBCCA81XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HKBCCA81XXX against the details from HSBC Bank Canada before you confirm.
What do the letters in HKBCCA81XXX stand for?
HKBC is the bank code of HSBC Bank Canada, CA is the ISO code of Canada, 81 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank Canada take in Canada?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.