SWIFT/BIC code OCBCHKHHXXX
OCBCHKHHXXX belongs to Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OCBCHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OCBCHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, Hong Kong Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, Hong Kong Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OCBC 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code OCBCHKHHXXX?
OCBCHKHHXXX identifies the headquarters of Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, Hong Kong Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong SAR China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Are OCBCHKHH and OCBCHKHHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. OCBCHKHH is the 8-character version of OCBCHKHHXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong.
What happens if I use OCBCHKHHXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check OCBCHKHHXXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, Hong Kong Branch use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, OCBCHKHHXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong SAR China, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, Hong Kong Branch?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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.