SWIFT/BIC code HSBCNZ2ACHC
HSBCNZ2ACHC belongs to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The in Christchurch, New Zealand.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCNZ2ACHC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCNZ2A |
| Branch code | CHC |
| Bank | Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The |
| Branch | Christchurch Branch |
| City | Christchurch |
| Country | New Zealand |
The way the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HSBC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2A Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CHC 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 BIC HSBCNZ2ACHC?
The code HSBCNZ2ACHC belongs to Christchurch Branch, part of Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The in Christchurch, New Zealand. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The in New Zealand. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of HSBCNZ2ACHC stand for?
HSBC is the bank code of Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The, NZ stands for New Zealand, 2A is the code for the city or region and CHC is the code of the branch Christchurch Branch.
What happens if I use HSBCNZ2ACHC with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HSBCNZ2ACHC against the details from Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The before you confirm.
Can I use HSBCNZ2A instead of HSBCNZ2ACHC?
HSBCNZ2A is the head office of Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The, while HSBCNZ2ACHC points to Christchurch Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HSBCNZ2ACHC.
What is the best way to send money to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, The in New Zealand?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in New Zealand Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.