SWIFT/BIC code WOBRHKH1XXX
WOBRHKH1XXX belongs to First Worldsec Securities Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WOBRHKH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WOBRHKH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Worldsec Securities Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the First Worldsec Securities Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WOBR 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 bank uses SWIFT code WOBRHKH1XXX?
WOBRHKH1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of First Worldsec Securities Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at First Worldsec Securities Limited.
Is WOBRHKH1 and WOBRHKH1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. WOBRHKH1 is the short version of WOBRHKH1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach First Worldsec Securities Limited in Hong Kong.
Does First Worldsec Securities Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WOBRHKH1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for First Worldsec Securities Limited in Hong Kong SAR China, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter WOBRHKH1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check WOBRHKH1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to First Worldsec 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 – the difference can be large.
What does each part of WOBRHKH1XXX stand for?
WOBR is the institution code of First Worldsec Securities Limited, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, H1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.