SWIFT/BIC code SHBKHKHHXXX
SHBKHKHHXXX belongs to Shinhan Asia LTD. in Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SHBKHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SHBKHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Shinhan Asia LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kowloon |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Shinhan Asia LTD. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SHBK 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 bank uses SWIFT code SHBKHKHHXXX?
The code SHBKHKHHXXX belongs to the main office of Shinhan Asia LTD. in Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when a payment to Shinhan Asia LTD. does not need a specific branch.
Is SHBKHKHH and SHBKHKHHXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SHBKHKHH is the short version of SHBKHKHHXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Shinhan Asia LTD. in Kowloon.
How long does a transfer to Shinhan Asia LTD. take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of SHBKHKHHXXX mean?
SHBK is the institution code of Shinhan Asia LTD., HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Shinhan Asia LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SHBKHKHHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Hong Kong SAR China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use SHBKHKHHXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SHBKHKHHXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.