SWIFT/BIC code HSBCSGSGCNC
HSBCSGSGCNC belongs to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCSGSGCNC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCSGSG |
| Branch code | CNC |
| Bank | The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited |
| Branch | Custody and Clearing |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
How the The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HSBC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SG Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CNC 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 code HSBCSGSGCNC?
The code HSBCSGSGCNC belongs to Custody and Clearing, a unit of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Singapore, Singapore. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HSBCSGSG instead of HSBCSGSGCNC?
HSBCSGSG points to the head office of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, while HSBCSGSGCNC points to Custody and Clearing. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HSBCSGSGCNC if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use HSBCSGSGCNC with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HSBCSGSGCNC against the details from The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HSBCSGSGCNC, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Singapore uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited take in Singapore?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Singapore. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.