SWIFT/BIC code WPACHKHXXXX
WPACHKHXXXX belongs to Westpac Banking Corporation in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WPACHKHXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WPACHKHX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Westpac Banking Corporation |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the Westpac Banking Corporation SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WPAC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HX 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 SWIFT/BIC code WPACHKHXXXX?
WPACHKHXXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Westpac Banking Corporation in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Westpac Banking Corporation.
Are WPACHKHX and WPACHKHXXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. WPACHKHX is the short version of WPACHKHXXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Westpac Banking Corporation in Hong Kong.
What do the letters in WPACHKHXXXX stand for?
WPAC is the bank code of Westpac Banking Corporation, HK is the ISO code of Hong Kong SAR China, HX is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Westpac Banking Corporation?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code WPACHKHXXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Hong Kong SAR China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Westpac Banking Corporation take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use WPACHKHXXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check WPACHKHXXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.