SWIFT/BIC code HSBCAU2SXXX
HSBCAU2SXXX belongs to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCAU2SXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCAU2S |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HSBC 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.
- 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 institution uses BIC HSBCAU2SXXX?
HSBCAU2SXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Sydney, Australia. It is the code to use when a payment to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use HSBCAU2SXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HSBCAU2SXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Australia?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of HSBCAU2SXXX mean?
HSBC is the institution code of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HSBCAU2SXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.