SWIFT/BIC code HSBCKRSEXXX
HSBCKRSEXXX belongs to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch in Seoul, South Korea.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCKRSEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCKRSE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Seoul |
| Country | South Korea |
The way the The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 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 BIC HSBCKRSEXXX?
The code HSBCKRSEXXX belongs to the main office of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch in Seoul, South Korea. Use it when a payment to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in South Korea with specialist providers before you send.
Is HSBCKRSE and HSBCKRSEXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. HSBCKRSE is the short version of HSBCKRSEXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Seoul Branch in Seoul.
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 HSBCKRSEXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. South Korea uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter HSBCKRSEXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HSBCKRSEXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.