SWIFT/BIC code BSONBDDHXXX
BSONBDDHXXX belongs to Sonali Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSONBDDHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSONBDDH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sonali Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dhaka |
| Country | Bangladesh |
The way 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.
- 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 BIC BSONBDDHXXX?
The code BSONBDDHXXX belongs to the head office of Sonali Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It is the code to use when a payment to Sonali Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
Are BSONBDDH and BSONBDDHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BSONBDDH is the 8-character version of BSONBDDHXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Sonali Bank Limited in Dhaka.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Sonali Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BSONBDDHXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Bangladesh uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BSONBDDHXXX stand for?
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 XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter BSONBDDHXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BSONBDDHXXX against the details from Sonali Bank Limited before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Sonali Bank Limited in Bangladesh?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.