SWIFT/BIC code SCBLHKHHZHS
SCBLHKHHZHS belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLHKHHZHS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLHKHH |
| Branch code | ZHS |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited |
| Branch | Hk Securities Division |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way 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.
- ZHS 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SCBLHKHHZHS?
SCBLHKHHZHS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hk Securities Division, a unit of Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use SCBLHKHH instead of SCBLHKHHZHS?
SCBLHKHH is the head office of Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, while SCBLHKHHZHS points to Hk Securities Division. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SCBLHKHHZHS.
Does Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited in Hong Kong SAR China, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLHKHHZHS, the account number or IBAN 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.