SWIFT/BIC code HSBCKRSECLS
HSBCKRSECLS belongs to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch in Seoul, South Korea.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCKRSECLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCKRSE |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch |
| Branch | — |
| City | Seoul |
| Country | South Korea |
How the The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HSBC 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.
- CLS 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 SWIFT/BIC code HSBCKRSECLS?
HSBCKRSECLS is the SWIFT/BIC code of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch, a branch or department of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch in Seoul, South Korea. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HSBCKRSECLS, 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 happens if I enter HSBCKRSECLS with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HSBCKRSECLS with the recipient before you confirm.
Has The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch in South Korea. All of them are listed on the page of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch.
How long does a transfer to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use HSBCKRSE instead of HSBCKRSECLS?
HSBCKRSE is the main office of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch, while HSBCKRSECLS points to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HSBCKRSECLS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.