SWIFT/BIC code SWHQUS3NXXX
SWHQUS3NXXX belongs to Swift in New York,ny, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWHQUS3NXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWHQUS3N |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Swift |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | New York,ny |
| Country | United States |
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.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 3N 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
What bank is behind BIC SWHQUS3NXXX?
The code SWHQUS3NXXX belongs to the main office of Swift in New York,ny, United States. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Swift.
Does Swift have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Swift in United States, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Swift?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SWHQUS3NXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United States uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in SWHQUS3NXXX stand for?
SWHQ is the institution code of Swift, US is the ISO code of United States, 3N is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Is SWHQUS3N and SWHQUS3NXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SWHQUS3N is the short version of SWHQUS3NXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Swift in New York,ny.
What happens if I use SWHQUS3NXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SWHQUS3NXXX against the details from Swift before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.