SWIFT/BIC code LESCHKH1XXX
LESCHKH1XXX belongs to Lee Sin Chai and Co in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LESCHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LESCHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lee Sin Chai and Co |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Lee Sin Chai and Co SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LESC 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code LESCHKH1XXX?
The code LESCHKH1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Lee Sin Chai and Co in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when a payment to Lee Sin Chai and Co does not need a specific branch.
Does Lee Sin Chai and Co have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, LESCHKH1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Lee Sin Chai and Co in Hong Kong SAR China, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Lee Sin Chai and Co take in Hong Kong SAR China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lee Sin Chai and Co?
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.
What does each part of LESCHKH1XXX stand for?
LESC is the institution code of Lee Sin Chai and Co, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, H1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Lee Sin Chai and Co?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code LESCHKH1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Hong Kong SAR China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.