SWIFT/BIC code UBSWHKHHXXX
UBSWHKHHXXX belongs to UBS AG Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | UBS AG Hong Kong Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the UBS AG Hong Kong Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UBSW 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 institution is behind BIC UBSWHKHHXXX?
UBSWHKHHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of UBS AG Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when you send money to an account at UBS AG Hong Kong Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to UBS AG Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong SAR China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use UBSWHKHHXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UBSWHKHHXXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to UBS AG Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong SAR China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Are UBSWHKHH and UBSWHKHHXXX the same code?
Yes. UBSWHKHH is the short version of UBSWHKHHXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to UBS AG Hong Kong Branch in Hong Kong.
What do I need to send money to an account at UBS AG Hong Kong Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UBSWHKHHXXX, the account number or IBAN 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.