SWIFT/BIC code EWBKUS66XXX
EWBKUS66XXX belongs to East-West Bank in Pasadena,ca, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EWBKUS66XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EWBKUS66 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | East-West Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Pasadena,ca |
| Country | United States |
The way the East-West Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EWBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 66 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 is behind SWIFT code EWBKUS66XXX?
EWBKUS66XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of East-West Bank in Pasadena,ca, United States. Use it when a payment to East-West Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter EWBKUS66XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check EWBKUS66XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to East-West Bank in United States?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of EWBKUS66XXX mean?
EWBK is the institution code of East-West Bank, US stands for United States, 66 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at East-West Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code EWBKUS66XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. United States uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Is EWBKUS66 and EWBKUS66XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. EWBKUS66 is the 8-character version of EWBKUS66XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to East-West Bank in Pasadena,ca.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.