SWIFT/BIC code BNPAKRSEXXX
BNPAKRSEXXX belongs to BNP Paribas Seoul Branch in Seoul, South Korea.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAKRSEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAKRSE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Seoul Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Seoul |
| Country | South Korea |
The way the BNP Paribas Seoul Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNPA 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 is behind BIC BNPAKRSEXXX?
The code BNPAKRSEXXX belongs to the main office of BNP Paribas Seoul Branch in Seoul, South Korea. Use it when you send money to an account at BNP Paribas Seoul Branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at BNP Paribas Seoul Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BNPAKRSEXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. South Korea is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Does BNP Paribas Seoul Branch have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BNPAKRSEXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for BNP Paribas Seoul Branch in South Korea, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in BNPAKRSEXXX stand for?
BNPA is the bank code of BNP Paribas Seoul Branch, KR stands for South Korea, SE is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Seoul Branch in South Korea?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in South Korea with transfer services before you send.
Are BNPAKRSE and BNPAKRSEXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BNPAKRSE is the short version of BNPAKRSEXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach BNP Paribas Seoul Branch in Seoul.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.