SWIFT/BIC code HSBCHKHHUSI
HSBCHKHHUSI belongs to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCHKHHUSI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCHKHH |
| Branch code | USI |
| Bank | Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The |
| Branch | Usd Clearing Settlement Institution |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way 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.
- USI 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HSBCHKHHUSI?
The code HSBCHKHHUSI belongs to Usd Clearing Settlement Institution, a branch or department 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 is the best way to send money to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The in Hong Kong SAR China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Hong Kong Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use HSBCHKHH instead of HSBCHKHHUSI?
HSBCHKHH points to the main office of Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The, while HSBCHKHHUSI is Usd Clearing Settlement Institution. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HSBCHKHHUSI.
How long does a transfer to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The take in Hong Kong SAR China?
An international SWIFT transfer 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 HSBCHKHHUSI incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HSBCHKHHUSI with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of HSBCHKHHUSI stand for?
HSBC is the institution code of Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the code for the city or region and USI identifies the branch Usd Clearing Settlement Institution.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.