SWIFT/BIC code BEASSGSGXXX
BEASSGSGXXX belongs to The Bank of East Asia Limited in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEASSGSGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEASSGSG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Bank of East Asia Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
The way the The Bank of East Asia Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BEAS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SG 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 is behind BIC BEASSGSGXXX?
The code BEASSGSGXXX belongs to the head office of The Bank of East Asia Limited in Singapore, Singapore. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at The Bank of East Asia Limited.
How long does a transfer to The Bank of East Asia Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does The Bank of East Asia Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BEASSGSGXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for The Bank of East Asia Limited in Singapore, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do I need to send money to an account at The Bank of East Asia Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BEASSGSGXXX, 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 BEASSGSGXXX mean?
BEAS is the institution code of The Bank of East Asia Limited, SG is the ISO code of Singapore, SG is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I use BEASSGSGXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BEASSGSGXXX against the details from The Bank of East Asia Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.