SWIFT/BIC code MAISHKH1XXX
MAISHKH1XXX belongs to Mainland Securities Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MAISHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MAISHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mainland Securities Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Mainland Securities Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MAIS 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 uses SWIFT code MAISHKH1XXX?
MAISHKH1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Mainland Securities Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to Mainland Securities Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Mainland Securities 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Mainland Securities Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MAISHKH1XXX, 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.
What does each part of MAISHKH1XXX stand for?
MAIS is the institution code of Mainland Securities Limited, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, H1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Is MAISHKH1 and MAISHKH1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. MAISHKH1 is the 8-character version of MAISHKH1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Mainland Securities Limited in Hong Kong.
How long does it take to send money to Mainland Securities Limited in Hong Kong SAR China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.