SWIFT/BIC code MLHKHKH1XXX
MLHKHKH1XXX belongs to Merrill Lynch Far East Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MLHKHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MLHKHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Merrill Lynch Far East Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Merrill Lynch Far East Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MLHK 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/BIC code MLHKHKH1XXX?
MLHKHKH1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Merrill Lynch Far East Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to Merrill Lynch Far East Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter MLHKHKH1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MLHKHKH1XXX against the details from Merrill Lynch Far East Limited before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Merrill Lynch Far East Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is MLHKHKH1 and MLHKHKH1XXX the same code?
Yes. MLHKHKH1 is the 8-character version of MLHKHKH1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Merrill Lynch Far East Limited in Hong Kong.
How long does a transfer to Merrill Lynch Far East Limited take in Hong Kong SAR China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Merrill Lynch Far East Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MLHKHKH1XXX, 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.