SWIFT/BIC code AEIGSGS1XXX
AEIGSGS1XXX belongs to American Express International Inc (Singapore Branch) in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AEIGSGS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AEIGSGS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | American Express International Inc (Singapore Branch) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
How the American Express International Inc (Singapore Branch) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AEIG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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 AEIGSGS1XXX?
AEIGSGS1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of American Express International Inc (Singapore Branch) in Singapore, Singapore. Use it when you send money to an account at American Express International Inc (Singapore Branch).
What is the cheapest way to send money to American Express International Inc (Singapore Branch)?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Singapore Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at American Express International Inc (Singapore Branch)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AEIGSGS1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Singapore uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in AEIGSGS1XXX mean?
AEIG is the bank code of American Express International Inc (Singapore Branch), SG is the ISO code of Singapore, S1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
How long does a transfer to American Express International Inc (Singapore Branch) take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Are AEIGSGS1 and AEIGSGS1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. AEIGSGS1 is the short version of AEIGSGS1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to American Express International Inc (Singapore Branch) in Singapore.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.