SWIFT/BIC code LEEWHKH1XXX
LEEWHKH1XXX belongs to Lee Wai and Co in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LEEWHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LEEWHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lee Wai and Co |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Lee Wai and Co SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LEEW Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- H1 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 LEEWHKH1XXX?
LEEWHKH1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Lee Wai and Co in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to Lee Wai and Co does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Lee Wai and Co take in Hong Kong SAR China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of LEEWHKH1XXX mean?
LEEW is the institution code of Lee Wai and Co, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, H1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Lee Wai and Co?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code LEEWHKH1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Hong Kong SAR China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Does Lee Wai and Co have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – LEEWHKH1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Lee Wai and Co in Hong Kong SAR China, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter LEEWHKH1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LEEWHKH1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.