SWIFT/BIC code STESHKH1XXX
STESHKH1XXX belongs to Stephil Securities Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | STESHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | STESHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Stephil Securities Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Stephil Securities Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- STES 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 uses BIC STESHKH1XXX?
The code STESHKH1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Stephil Securities Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when a payment to Stephil Securities Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use STESHKH1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check STESHKH1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Stephil Securities Limited take in Hong Kong SAR China?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Stephil Securities Limited in Hong Kong SAR China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need to send money to an account at Stephil Securities Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code STESHKH1XXX, 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 does each part of STESHKH1XXX stand for?
STES is the bank code of Stephil Securities Limited, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, H1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.