SWIFT/BIC code JCALHKHHXXX
JCALHKHHXXX belongs to HSBC Securities (Asia) Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | JCALHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | JCALHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Securities (Asia) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the HSBC Securities (Asia) Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- JCAL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HH 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 JCALHKHHXXX?
The code JCALHKHHXXX belongs to the main office of HSBC Securities (Asia) Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at HSBC Securities (Asia) Limited.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Securities (Asia) Limited in Hong Kong SAR China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of JCALHKHHXXX mean?
JCAL is the institution code of HSBC Securities (Asia) Limited, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at HSBC Securities (Asia) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code JCALHKHHXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Hong Kong SAR China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Securities (Asia) Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Hong Kong Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is JCALHKHH and JCALHKHHXXX the same code?
Yes. JCALHKHH is the 8-character version of JCALHKHHXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach HSBC Securities (Asia) Limited in Hong Kong.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.