SWIFT/BIC code HSBCSGSGXXX
HSBCSGSGXXX belongs to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCSGSGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCSGSG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
How 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.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SG 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
Which institution uses BIC HSBCSGSGXXX?
HSBCSGSGXXX identifies the main office of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Singapore, Singapore. Use it when you send money to an account at The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited.
Are HSBCSGSG and HSBCSGSGXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. HSBCSGSG is the 8-character version of HSBCSGSGXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Singapore.
How long does it take to send money to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in HSBCSGSGXXX mean?
HSBC is the bank code of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, SG stands for Singapore, SG is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Singapore Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HSBCSGSGXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Singapore uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.