SWIFT/BIC code HKBCCATTVAN
HKBCCATTVAN belongs to HSBC Bank Canada in Vancouver, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HKBCCATTVAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HKBCCATT |
| Branch code | VAN |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Canada |
| Branch | Vancouver |
| City | Vancouver |
| Country | Canada |
How 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).
- TT Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- VAN 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 SWIFT/BIC code HKBCCATTVAN?
HKBCCATTVAN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Vancouver, a branch or department of HSBC Bank Canada in Vancouver, Canada. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank Canada have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
Can I use HKBCCATT instead of HKBCCATTVAN?
HKBCCATT is the head office of HSBC Bank Canada, while HKBCCATTVAN is Vancouver. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HKBCCATTVAN.
What happens if I use HKBCCATTVAN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HKBCCATTVAN against the details from HSBC Bank Canada before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank Canada?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Canadian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of HKBCCATTVAN mean?
HKBC is the bank code of HSBC Bank Canada, CA is the ISO code of Canada, TT is the code for the city or region and VAN is the code of the department Vancouver.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.