SWIFT/BIC code BSONBDDHLOD
BSONBDDHLOD belongs to Sonali Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSONBDDHLOD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSONBDDH |
| Branch code | LOD |
| Bank | Sonali Bank Limited |
| Branch | Local Office |
| City | Dhaka |
| Country | Bangladesh |
How the Sonali Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- LOD 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 is behind SWIFT code BSONBDDHLOD?
The code BSONBDDHLOD belongs to Local Office, a branch or department of Sonali Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BSONBDDHLOD mean?
BSON is the bank code of Sonali Bank Limited, BD stands for Bangladesh, DH is the code for the city or region and LOD identifies the branch Local Office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sonali Bank Limited in Bangladesh?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Bangladesh with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Sonali Bank Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Sonali Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BSONBDDHLOD, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bangladesh is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter BSONBDDHLOD with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BSONBDDHLOD against the details from Sonali Bank Limited before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.