SWIFT/BIC code PAASHKH1XXX
PAASHKH1XXX belongs to Paribas Asia Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PAASHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PAASHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Paribas Asia Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Paribas Asia Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PAAS 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code PAASHKH1XXX?
PAASHKH1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Paribas Asia Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to Paribas Asia Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use PAASHKH1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PAASHKH1XXX against the details from Paribas Asia Limited before you confirm.
Does Paribas Asia Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, PAASHKH1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Paribas Asia Limited in Hong Kong SAR China, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to Paribas Asia Limited in Hong Kong SAR China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in PAASHKH1XXX mean?
PAAS is the institution code of Paribas Asia Limited, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, H1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Paribas Asia Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PAASHKH1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Hong Kong SAR China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.