SWIFT/BIC code HKBCCATTCLS
HKBCCATTCLS belongs to HSBC Bank Canada in Toronto, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HKBCCATTCLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HKBCCATT |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Canada |
| Branch | Cls Department |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
How the HSBC Bank Canada SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- TT 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 bank is behind BIC HKBCCATTCLS?
HKBCCATTCLS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cls Department, part of HSBC Bank Canada in Toronto, Canada. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HKBCCATT instead of HKBCCATTCLS?
HKBCCATT is the main office of HSBC Bank Canada, while HKBCCATTCLS points to Cls Department. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HKBCCATTCLS if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter HKBCCATTCLS with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HKBCCATTCLS against the details from HSBC Bank Canada before you confirm.
Does HSBC Bank Canada have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank Canada in Canada, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at HSBC Bank Canada?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HKBCCATTCLS, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank Canada take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.