SWIFT/BIC code BSONBDDHBBA
BSONBDDHBBA belongs to Sonali Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSONBDDHBBA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSONBDDH |
| Branch code | BBA |
| Bank | Sonali Bank Limited |
| Branch | Banga Bandhu Avenue Corporate Branch |
| City | Dhaka |
| Country | Bangladesh |
How the Sonali Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BSON Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BD Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BBA 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 BSONBDDHBBA?
BSONBDDHBBA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Banga Bandhu Avenue Corporate Branch, a unit of Sonali Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Sonali Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Sonali Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BSONBDDHBBA, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bangladesh is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BSONBDDHBBA mean?
BSON is the institution code of Sonali Bank Limited, BD is the ISO code of Bangladesh, DH is the code for the city or region and BBA identifies the department Banga Bandhu Avenue Corporate Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sonali Bank Limited in Bangladesh?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Bangladesh with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BSONBDDHBBA incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BSONBDDHBBA with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.