SWIFT/BIC code SWHQHKHHXXX
SWHQHKHHXXX belongs to Swift in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWHQHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWHQHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Swift |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Swift SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SWHQ 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 is behind SWIFT code SWHQHKHHXXX?
The code SWHQHKHHXXX belongs to the headquarters of Swift in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to Swift does not need a specific branch.
Is SWHQHKHH and SWHQHKHHXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SWHQHKHH is the 8-character version of SWHQHKHHXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Swift in Hong Kong.
Does Swift have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Swift in Hong Kong SAR China. All of them are listed on the page of Swift.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Swift in Hong Kong SAR China?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of SWHQHKHHXXX mean?
SWHQ is the institution code of Swift, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Swift?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SWHQHKHHXXX, 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.