SWIFT/BIC code HSBCCNSHHAZ
HSBCCNSHHAZ belongs to HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited in Hangzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCCNSHHAZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCCNSH |
| Branch code | HAZ |
| Bank | HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited |
| Branch | Hangzhou |
| City | Hangzhou |
| Country | China |
The way the HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- HAZ 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 code HSBCCNSHHAZ?
HSBCCNSHHAZ identifies Hangzhou, part of HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited in Hangzhou, China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 35 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited in China. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use HSBCCNSH instead of HSBCCNSHHAZ?
HSBCCNSH is the main office of HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited, while HSBCCNSHHAZ is Hangzhou. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HSBCCNSHHAZ.
What happens if I enter HSBCCNSHHAZ with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HSBCCNSHHAZ with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HSBCCNSHHAZ, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.