SWIFT/BIC code CZNBKRSECLS
CZNBKRSECLS belongs to Kookmin Bank in Seoul, South Korea.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CZNBKRSECLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CZNBKRSE |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | Kookmin Bank |
| Branch | Cls Division |
| City | Seoul |
| Country | South Korea |
How the Kookmin Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CZNB 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.
- CLS 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 CZNBKRSECLS?
The code CZNBKRSECLS belongs to Cls Division, part of Kookmin Bank in Seoul, South Korea. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CZNBKRSE instead of CZNBKRSECLS?
CZNBKRSE is the main office of Kookmin Bank, while CZNBKRSECLS points to Cls Division. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CZNBKRSECLS if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Kookmin Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Kookmin Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Kookmin Bank in South Korea, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Kookmin Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CZNBKRSECLS, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. South Korea is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in CZNBKRSECLS mean?
CZNB is the bank code of Kookmin Bank, KR is the ISO code of South Korea, SE is the code for the city or region and CLS is the code of the department Cls Division.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.