Bank of East Asia (BEA)

Hong Kong · Hong Kong
SWIFT / BIC Code
BEASHKHH

Bank of East Asia is the largest independent local Hong Kong bank, with a significant presence in mainland China and Southeast Asia.

Bank Details

BEASHKHH
Hong Kong
Hong Kong
1918
hkbea.com
Asia-Pacific
HKDUSDEURCNYGBP

How to Use the Bank of East Asia (BEA) SWIFT Code

When sending a SWIFT international wire to Bank of East Asia (BEA), include the BIC BEASHKHH in the "SWIFT/BIC code" or "Bank identifier code" field of your sending bank's wire transfer form.

The 8-character BIC BEASHKHH identifies Bank of East Asia (BEA)'s head office. If you are sending to a specific branch, the bank may provide an 11-character BIC with a 3-character branch suffix (e.g. BEASHKHHXXX).

Once your bank sends the wire, your payment gets a 36-character UETR tracking code. Paste it into Ohmyfin's free tracker to see the live SWIFT GPI status — no bank login needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SWIFT code for Bank of East Asia (BEA)?
The SWIFT/BIC code for Bank of East Asia (BEA) is BEASHKHH. This 8-character code is used to route international wire transfers to Bank of East Asia (BEA) on the SWIFT network.
Is BEASHKHH the correct SWIFT code to use?
Yes, BEASHKHH is the primary SWIFT/BIC code for Bank of East Asia (BEA). Always confirm the exact BIC (especially branch suffix) with your recipient or Bank of East Asia (BEA)'s official website before sending a large wire.
How do I track a payment from Bank of East Asia (BEA)?
Ask the sender (or your bank) for the 36-character UETR tracking code from the MT103 payment confirmation (field 121). Then paste it into Ohmyfin's free SWIFT tracker for the live payment status — no login needed.
What currencies does Bank of East Asia (BEA) accept for international wires?
Bank of East Asia (BEA) handles the following major currencies: HKD, USD, EUR, CNY, GBP. Always confirm accepted currencies directly with the bank for your specific corridor.

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