SWIFT/BIC code LEGSHKH1XXX
LEGSHKH1XXX belongs to Legarleon Securities in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LEGSHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LEGSHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Legarleon Securities |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Legarleon Securities SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LEGS 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 SWIFT code LEGSHKH1XXX?
The code LEGSHKH1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Legarleon Securities in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when you send money to an account at Legarleon Securities.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Legarleon Securities?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code LEGSHKH1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Hong Kong SAR China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of LEGSHKH1XXX mean?
LEGS is the bank code of Legarleon Securities, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, H1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Legarleon Securities?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use LEGSHKH1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LEGSHKH1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is LEGSHKH1 and LEGSHKH1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. LEGSHKH1 is the short version of LEGSHKH1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Legarleon Securities in Hong Kong.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.