SWIFT/BIC code HKOKSGSGXXX
HKOKSGSGXXX belongs to The Hokkoku Bank,ltd in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HKOKSGSGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HKOKSGSG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Hokkoku Bank,ltd |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
How the The Hokkoku Bank,ltd SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HKOK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SG 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 BIC HKOKSGSGXXX?
HKOKSGSGXXX identifies the head office of The Hokkoku Bank,ltd in Singapore, Singapore. It is the code to use when a payment to The Hokkoku Bank,ltd does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to The Hokkoku Bank,ltd in Singapore?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at The Hokkoku Bank,ltd?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HKOKSGSGXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Singapore is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of HKOKSGSGXXX stand for?
HKOK is the institution code of The Hokkoku Bank,ltd, SG is the ISO code of Singapore, SG is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Is HKOKSGSG and HKOKSGSGXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. HKOKSGSG is the 8-character version of HKOKSGSGXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to The Hokkoku Bank,ltd in Singapore.
What is the cheapest way to send money to The Hokkoku Bank,ltd in Singapore?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Singapore Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.