SWIFT/BIC code FIRSKRS1XXX
FIRSKRS1XXX belongs to First Securities Co LTD in Seoul, South Korea.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FIRSKRS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FIRSKRS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Securities Co LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Seoul |
| Country | South Korea |
The way the First Securities Co LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FIRS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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
What bank uses SWIFT code FIRSKRS1XXX?
The code FIRSKRS1XXX belongs to the head office of First Securities Co LTD in Seoul, South Korea. Use it when you send money to an account at First Securities Co LTD.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at First Securities Co LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FIRSKRS1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. South Korea uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of FIRSKRS1XXX stand for?
FIRS is the bank code of First Securities Co LTD, KR stands for South Korea, S1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I use FIRSKRS1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check FIRSKRS1XXX against the details from First Securities Co LTD before sending.
Are FIRSKRS1 and FIRSKRS1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. FIRSKRS1 is the short version of FIRSKRS1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to First Securities Co LTD in Seoul.
How long does it take to send money to First Securities Co LTD in South Korea?
An international SWIFT transfer 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.