SWIFT/BIC code HSBCCNSHGZF
HSBCCNSHGZF belongs to HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited in Foshan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCCNSHGZF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCCNSH |
| Branch code | GZF |
| Bank | HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited |
| Branch | HSBC Foshan Branch |
| City | Foshan |
| Country | China |
The way the HSBC Bank (China) Company 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.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GZF 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 uses SWIFT code HSBCCNSHGZF?
The code HSBCCNSHGZF belongs to HSBC Foshan Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited in Foshan, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use HSBCCNSH instead of HSBCCNSHGZF?
HSBCCNSH points to the head office of HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited, while HSBCCNSHGZF points to HSBC Foshan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HSBCCNSHGZF.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HSBCCNSHGZF, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Has HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 35 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited in China. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.