SWIFT/BIC code EWBCPHMMXXX
EWBCPHMMXXX belongs to East West Banking Corporation in Manila, Philippines.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EWBCPHMMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EWBCPHMM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | East West Banking Corporation |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manila |
| Country | Philippines |
How the East West Banking Corporation SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EWBC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MM 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 bank uses SWIFT code EWBCPHMMXXX?
EWBCPHMMXXX identifies the head office of East West Banking Corporation in Manila, Philippines. Use it when a payment to East West Banking Corporation does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to East West Banking Corporation in Philippines?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does East West Banking Corporation use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, EWBCPHMMXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for East West Banking Corporation in Philippines, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of EWBCPHMMXXX mean?
EWBC is the bank code of East West Banking Corporation, PH stands for Philippines, MM is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at East West Banking Corporation?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code EWBCPHMMXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Philippines is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use EWBCPHMMXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check EWBCPHMMXXX against the details from East West Banking Corporation before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.