SWIFT/BIC code PUNBHKHHXXX
PUNBHKHHXXX belongs to Punjab National Bank in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PUNBHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PUNBHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Punjab National Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Punjab National Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PUNB 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 PUNBHKHHXXX?
PUNBHKHHXXX identifies the head office of Punjab National Bank in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when a payment to Punjab National Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter PUNBHKHHXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PUNBHKHHXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Punjab National Bank in Hong Kong SAR China?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Punjab National Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Punjab National Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBHKHHXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Hong Kong SAR China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in PUNBHKHHXXX mean?
PUNB is the bank code of Punjab National Bank, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.