SWIFT/BIC code WACSHKH1XXX
WACSHKH1XXX belongs to Wah Cheong Securities Co in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WACSHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WACSHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Wah Cheong Securities Co |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Wah Cheong Securities Co SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WACS 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 SWIFT code WACSHKH1XXX?
The code WACSHKH1XXX belongs to the head office of Wah Cheong Securities Co in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Wah Cheong Securities Co.
Does Wah Cheong Securities Co use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WACSHKH1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Wah Cheong Securities Co in Hong Kong SAR China, so there is no branch code to choose.
Is WACSHKH1 and WACSHKH1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. WACSHKH1 is the 8-character version of WACSHKH1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Wah Cheong Securities Co in Hong Kong.
What happens if I enter WACSHKH1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check WACSHKH1XXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Wah Cheong Securities Co?
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.
How long does a transfer to Wah Cheong Securities Co take in Hong Kong SAR China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.