HSBCAU2SCLS — THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED
HSBCAU2SCLS is the SWIFT/BIC code for THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED in SYDNEY, Australia — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
HSBCAU2SCLS is the SWIFT/BIC code for THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED in SYDNEY, Australia. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: HSBCAU2S
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED |
| Country | Australia (AU) |
| Location Code | 2S |
| Branch | CLS DIVISION |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code HSBCAU2SCLS belong to?
The SWIFT code HSBCAU2SCLS identifies THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED in SYDNEY, Australia. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code HSBCAU2SCLS mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of HSBCAU2SCLS are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (HSBC) represent the bank code for THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED; characters 5-6 (AU) indicate the country code for Australia; characters 7-8 (2S) specify the location code; and the final characters (CLS) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code HSBCAU2SCLS active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) HSBCAU2SCLS is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2S' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code HSBCAU2S instead of HSBCAU2SCLS?
Yes. The 8-character code HSBCAU2S represents the primary headquarters of THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED. The 11-character code HSBCAU2SCLS targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to HSBCAU2S (or HSBCAU2SXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to HSBCAU2SCLS?
The physical address registered for HSBCAU2SCLS is: 2000, SYDNEY, Australia. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the HSBCAU2SCLS code in Australia?
The SWIFT code HSBCAU2SCLS is used for international inbound wire transfers in Australia. Domestic payments use 6-digit BSB numbers; SWIFT is reserved for cross-border wires.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).