SWIFT/BIC code BKCHKRSEGRO
BKCHKRSEGRO belongs to Bank of China Seoul Branch in Seoul, South Korea.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHKRSEGRO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHKRSE |
| Branch code | GRO |
| Bank | Bank of China Seoul Branch |
| Branch | Guro Branch |
| City | Seoul |
| Country | South Korea |
How the Bank of China Seoul Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKCH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SE Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GRO 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 branch uses SWIFT code BKCHKRSEGRO?
BKCHKRSEGRO is the SWIFT/BIC code of Guro Branch, a branch or department of Bank of China Seoul Branch in Seoul, South Korea. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BKCHKRSEGRO with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKCHKRSEGRO with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China Seoul Branch?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China Seoul Branch?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHKRSEGRO, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. South Korea uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Does Bank of China Seoul Branch have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 6 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China Seoul Branch in South Korea, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China Seoul Branch.
What does each part of BKCHKRSEGRO stand for?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China Seoul Branch, KR stands for South Korea, SE is the code for the city or region and GRO identifies the department Guro Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.