SWIFT/BIC code BKCHKRSEXXX
BKCHKRSEXXX belongs to Bank of China Seoul Branch in Seoul, South Korea.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHKRSEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHKRSE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of China Seoul Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Seoul |
| Country | South Korea |
The way the Bank of China Seoul Branch SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BKCHKRSEXXX?
BKCHKRSEXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bank of China Seoul Branch in Seoul, South Korea. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of China Seoul Branch.
Are BKCHKRSE and BKCHKRSEXXX the same code?
Yes. BKCHKRSE is the short version of BKCHKRSEXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Bank of China Seoul Branch in Seoul.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of China Seoul Branch?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Has Bank of China Seoul Branch got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China Seoul Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHKRSEXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. South Korea is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BKCHKRSEXXX stand for?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China Seoul Branch, KR stands for South Korea, SE is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.