SWIFT/BIC code HSBCHKHHPEC
HSBCHKHHPEC belongs to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCHKHHPEC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCHKHH |
| Branch code | PEC |
| Bank | Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The |
| Branch | Pcm e-Commerce |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The 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.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PEC 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 HSBCHKHHPEC?
The code HSBCHKHHPEC belongs to Pcm e-Commerce, part of Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HSBCHKHHPEC stand for?
HSBC is the institution code of Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the code for the city or region and PEC identifies the branch Pcm e-Commerce.
How long does it take to send money to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter HSBCHKHHPEC incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HSBCHKHHPEC with the recipient before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HSBCHKHHPEC, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Hong Kong SAR China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Hong Kong Dollar 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.