SWIFT/BIC code HSBCCNSHXXX
HSBCCNSHXXX belongs to HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCCNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCCNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| 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.
- 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code HSBCCNSHXXX?
The code HSBCCNSHXXX belongs to the head office of HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited in Shanghai, China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited.
Are HSBCCNSH and HSBCCNSHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. HSBCCNSH is the short version of HSBCCNSHXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited in Shanghai.
What happens if I use HSBCCNSHXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HSBCCNSHXXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of HSBCCNSHXXX stand for?
HSBC is the bank code of HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HSBCCNSHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.