SWIFT/BIC code CZNBKRSEWLS

CZNBKRSEWLS belongs to Kookmin Bank in Seoul, South Korea.

CZNBKRSEWLS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCZNBKRSEWLS
8-character codeCZNBKRSE
Branch codeWLS
BankKookmin Bank
BranchWls Division
CitySeoul
CountrySouth Korea

The way the Kookmin Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
WLS 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 uses BIC CZNBKRSEWLS?

CZNBKRSEWLS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wls Division, a branch or department of Kookmin Bank in Seoul, South Korea. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Kookmin Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Kookmin Bank in South Korea. All of them are listed on the page of Kookmin Bank.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Kookmin Bank?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CZNBKRSEWLS, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. South Korea uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

What does each part of CZNBKRSEWLS mean?

CZNB is the bank code of Kookmin Bank, KR stands for South Korea, SE is the location code and WLS is the code of the branch Wls Division.

What happens if I enter CZNBKRSEWLS incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CZNBKRSEWLS with the recipient before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to Kookmin Bank take in South Korea?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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.