SWIFT/BIC code KSDCKRSEXXX

KSDCKRSEXXX belongs to Korea Securities Depository in Seoul, South Korea.

KSDCKRSEXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeKSDCKRSEXXX
8-character codeKSDCKRSE
Branch codeXXX
BankKorea Securities Depository
BranchHead office
CitySeoul
CountrySouth Korea

The way the Korea Securities Depository SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

KSDC 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 institution is behind BIC KSDCKRSEXXX?

KSDCKRSEXXX identifies the head office of Korea Securities Depository in Seoul, South Korea. Use it when a payment to Korea Securities Depository does not need a specific branch.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Korea Securities Depository?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code KSDCKRSEXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. South Korea uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

What do the letters in KSDCKRSEXXX stand for?

KSDC is the institution code of Korea Securities Depository, KR stands for South Korea, SE is the location code and XXX means the main office.

What happens if I enter KSDCKRSEXXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check KSDCKRSEXXX against the details from Korea Securities Depository before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to Korea Securities Depository take in South Korea?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

Does Korea Securities Depository have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Korea Securities Depository in South Korea. You can see them all on the bank page.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.