SWIFT/BIC code WALSHKH1XXX
WALSHKH1XXX belongs to Walco Securities Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WALSHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WALSHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Walco Securities Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Walco Securities Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WALS 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code WALSHKH1XXX?
WALSHKH1XXX identifies the head office of Walco Securities Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when a payment to Walco Securities Limited does not need a specific branch.
Is WALSHKH1 and WALSHKH1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. WALSHKH1 is the 8-character version of WALSHKH1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Walco Securities Limited in Hong Kong.
What is the best way to send money to Walco Securities Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Hong Kong Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use WALSHKH1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check WALSHKH1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Walco Securities Limited take in Hong Kong SAR China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in WALSHKH1XXX mean?
WALS is the institution code of Walco Securities Limited, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, H1 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.