SWIFT/BIC code HSBCMYKAXXX
HSBCMYKAXXX belongs to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Labuan, Malaysia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCMYKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCMYKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Labuan |
| Country | Malaysia |
The way the The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation 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.
- MY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA 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
What bank is behind BIC HSBCMYKAXXX?
HSBCMYKAXXX identifies the headquarters of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Labuan, Malaysia. Use it when a payment to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of HSBCMYKAXXX stand for?
HSBC is the institution code of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, MY is the ISO code of Malaysia, KA is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HSBCMYKAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Malaysia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Is HSBCMYKA and HSBCMYKAXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. HSBCMYKA is the 8-character version of HSBCMYKAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Labuan.
How long does a transfer to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited take in Malaysia?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use HSBCMYKAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HSBCMYKAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.