SWIFT/BIC code HSBCMUMUOBU
HSBCMUMUOBU belongs to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD., The in Ebene, Mauritius.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCMUMUOBU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCMUMU |
| Branch code | OBU |
| Bank | Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD., The |
| Branch | Hbmu Branch |
| City | Ebene |
| Country | Mauritius |
How the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD., 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.
- MU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MU Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- OBU 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 branch is behind SWIFT code HSBCMUMUOBU?
HSBCMUMUOBU identifies Hbmu Branch, a unit of Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD., The in Ebene, Mauritius. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD., The got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD., The in Mauritius, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD., The.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD., The?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HSBCMUMUOBU, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Mauritius uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use HSBCMUMU instead of HSBCMUMUOBU?
HSBCMUMU points to the head office of Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD., The, while HSBCMUMUOBU is Hbmu Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HSBCMUMUOBU.
What happens if I use HSBCMUMUOBU with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HSBCMUMUOBU against the details from Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD., The before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD., The take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist 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.