SWIFT/BIC code SDBCHKHHXXX
SDBCHKHHXXX belongs to China Development Bank Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SDBCHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SDBCHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | China Development Bank Hong Kong Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the China Development Bank Hong Kong Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SDBC 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 is behind BIC SDBCHKHHXXX?
SDBCHKHHXXX identifies the headquarters of China Development Bank Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to China Development Bank Hong Kong Branch does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Development Bank Hong Kong Branch?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Hong Kong Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need to send money to an account at China Development Bank Hong Kong Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SDBCHKHHXXX, 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 does each part of SDBCHKHHXXX stand for?
SDBC is the bank code of China Development Bank Hong Kong Branch, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to China Development Bank Hong Kong Branch take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use SDBCHKHHXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SDBCHKHHXXX against the details from China Development Bank Hong Kong Branch before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.