SWIFT/BIC code BOHIPW21XXX
BOHIPW21XXX belongs to Bank of Hawaii in Koror, Palau.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOHIPW21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOHIPW21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Hawaii |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Koror |
| Country | Palau |
How the Bank of Hawaii SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOHI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 uses SWIFT code BOHIPW21XXX?
BOHIPW21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bank of Hawaii in Koror, Palau. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of Hawaii.
What happens if I enter BOHIPW21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOHIPW21XXX against the details from Bank of Hawaii before sending.
Are BOHIPW21 and BOHIPW21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BOHIPW21 is the 8-character version of BOHIPW21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank of Hawaii in Koror.
What does each part of BOHIPW21XXX mean?
BOHI is the bank code of Bank of Hawaii, PW stands for Palau, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Hawaii?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BOHIPW21XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Palau is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Hawaii take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.