SWIFT/BIC code SHBKHKHXXXX
SHBKHKHXXXX belongs to Shinhan Bank, Hong Kong Branch in Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SHBKHKHXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SHBKHKHX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Shinhan Bank, Hong Kong Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kowloon |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Shinhan Bank, Hong Kong Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- HX 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/BIC code SHBKHKHXXXX?
SHBKHKHXXXX identifies the headquarters of Shinhan Bank, Hong Kong Branch in Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to Shinhan Bank, Hong Kong Branch does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Shinhan Bank, Hong Kong Branch take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Shinhan Bank, Hong Kong Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SHBKHKHXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Hong Kong SAR China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in SHBKHKHXXXX mean?
SHBK is the bank code of Shinhan Bank, Hong Kong Branch, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, HX is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I enter SHBKHKHXXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SHBKHKHXXXX against the details from Shinhan Bank, Hong Kong Branch before sending.
Does Shinhan Bank, Hong Kong Branch have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SHBKHKHXXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Shinhan Bank, Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong SAR China, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.