SWIFT/BIC code SCBLHKHHWHK
SCBLHKHHWHK belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLHKHHWHK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLHKHH |
| Branch code | WHK |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited |
| Branch | Wealth Management |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCBL 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.
- WHK 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 branch uses SWIFT code SCBLHKHHWHK?
The code SCBLHKHHWHK belongs to Wealth Management, part of Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use SCBLHKHHWHK incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SCBLHKHHWHK against the details from Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited before sending.
Can I use SCBLHKHH instead of SCBLHKHHWHK?
SCBLHKHH points to the main office of Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, while SCBLHKHHWHK is Wealth Management. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SCBLHKHHWHK.
What do the letters in SCBLHKHHWHK mean?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the code for the city or region and WHK identifies the department Wealth Management.
What is the best way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited in Hong Kong SAR China?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Hong Kong Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. 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.