SWIFT/BIC code SFCIHKH1XXX
SFCIHKH1XXX belongs to Securities and Futures Commission in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SFCIHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SFCIHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Securities and Futures Commission |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Securities and Futures Commission SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SFCI 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 uses SWIFT code SFCIHKH1XXX?
The code SFCIHKH1XXX belongs to the head office of Securities and Futures Commission in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when you send money to an account at Securities and Futures Commission.
How long does it take to send money to Securities and Futures Commission?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of SFCIHKH1XXX mean?
SFCI is the institution code of Securities and Futures Commission, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, H1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Securities and Futures Commission?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SFCIHKH1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Hong Kong SAR China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Securities and Futures Commission in Hong Kong SAR China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are SFCIHKH1 and SFCIHKH1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SFCIHKH1 is the 8-character version of SFCIHKH1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Securities and Futures Commission in Hong Kong.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.