SWIFT/BIC code HSBCTW2POBU
HSBCTW2POBU belongs to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCTW2POBU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCTW2P |
| Branch code | OBU |
| Bank | The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD. |
| Branch | Obu Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD. 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.
- TW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2P 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 bank uses SWIFT code HSBCTW2POBU?
HSBCTW2POBU is the SWIFT/BIC code of Obu Branch, a unit of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD. in Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HSBCTW2P instead of HSBCTW2POBU?
HSBCTW2P points to the head office of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD., while HSBCTW2POBU is Obu Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HSBCTW2POBU.
What happens if I enter HSBCTW2POBU with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HSBCTW2POBU with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD. take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Has The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD. got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation LTD. in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.