SWIFT/BIC code LCHBHKHHXXX
LCHBHKHHXXX belongs to Chong Hing Bank Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LCHBHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LCHBHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Chong Hing Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Chong Hing Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LCHB 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
What bank is behind BIC LCHBHKHHXXX?
LCHBHKHHXXX identifies the head office of Chong Hing Bank Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when you send money to an account at Chong Hing Bank Limited.
What happens if I enter LCHBHKHHXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LCHBHKHHXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Chong Hing Bank Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Are LCHBHKHH and LCHBHKHHXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. LCHBHKHH is the short version of LCHBHKHHXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Chong Hing Bank Limited in Hong Kong.
How long does it take to send money to Chong Hing Bank Limited in Hong Kong SAR China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Chong Hing Bank Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – LCHBHKHHXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Chong Hing Bank Limited in Hong Kong SAR China, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.