SWIFT/BIC code MELIHKHHXXX
MELIHKHHXXX belongs to Melli Bank PLC (Hong Kong Branch) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Melli Bank PLC (Hong Kong Branch) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Melli Bank PLC (Hong Kong Branch) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MELI 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
Which institution uses BIC MELIHKHHXXX?
MELIHKHHXXX identifies the headquarters of Melli Bank PLC (Hong Kong Branch) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Melli Bank PLC (Hong Kong Branch).
Is MELIHKHH and MELIHKHHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. MELIHKHH is the short version of MELIHKHHXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Melli Bank PLC (Hong Kong Branch) in Hong Kong.
What happens if I enter MELIHKHHXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MELIHKHHXXX against the details from Melli Bank PLC (Hong Kong Branch) before you confirm.
What do the letters in MELIHKHHXXX mean?
MELI is the bank code of Melli Bank PLC (Hong Kong Branch), HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Melli Bank PLC (Hong Kong Branch)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MELIHKHHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Hong Kong SAR China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Melli Bank PLC (Hong Kong Branch) in Hong Kong SAR China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.