SWIFT/BIC code SHIRHKH1XXX
SHIRHKH1XXX belongs to Shing On Securities LTD in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SHIRHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SHIRHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Shing On Securities LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Shing On Securities LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SHIR 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code SHIRHKH1XXX?
The code SHIRHKH1XXX belongs to the main office of Shing On Securities LTD in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when a payment to Shing On Securities LTD does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use SHIRHKH1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SHIRHKH1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Shing On Securities LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SHIRHKH1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Hong Kong SAR China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Is SHIRHKH1 and SHIRHKH1XXX the same code?
Yes. SHIRHKH1 is the 8-character version of SHIRHKH1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Shing On Securities LTD in Hong Kong.
What do the letters in SHIRHKH1XXX stand for?
SHIR is the bank code of Shing On Securities LTD, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, H1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Shing On Securities LTD?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.