SWIFT/BIC code HKEXHKHHXXX
HKEXHKHHXXX belongs to Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HKEXHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HKEXHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HKEX Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HH 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/BIC code HKEXHKHHXXX?
HKEXHKHHXXX identifies the headquarters of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when you send money to an account at Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited.
Is HKEXHKHH and HKEXHKHHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. HKEXHKHH is the short version of HKEXHKHHXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited in Hong Kong.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited in Hong Kong SAR China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter HKEXHKHHXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HKEXHKHHXXX with the recipient before sending.
Has Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited in Hong Kong SAR China. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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.