SWIFT/BIC code UOVBHKHHXXX
UOVBHKHHXXX belongs to United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UOVBHKHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UOVBHKHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UOVB 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code UOVBHKHHXXX?
The code UOVBHKHHXXX belongs to the headquarters of United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Use it when a payment to United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong does not need a specific branch.
Is UOVBHKHH and UOVBHKHHXXX the same code?
Yes. UOVBHKHH is the 8-character version of UOVBHKHHXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong in Hong Kong.
What is the best way to send money to United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong in Hong Kong SAR China. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong take in Hong Kong SAR China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in UOVBHKHHXXX mean?
UOVB is the bank code of United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, HH is the code for the city or region 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.