SWIFT/BIC code NEABKPP1XXX
NEABKPP1XXX belongs to North East Asia Bank in Pyongyang, North Korea.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NEABKPP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NEABKPP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | North East Asia Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Pyongyang |
| Country | North Korea |
The way the North East Asia Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NEAB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code NEABKPP1XXX?
NEABKPP1XXX identifies the headquarters of North East Asia Bank in Pyongyang, North Korea. It is the code to use when a payment to North East Asia Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use NEABKPP1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NEABKPP1XXX against the details from North East Asia Bank before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at North East Asia Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NEABKPP1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. North Korea uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in NEABKPP1XXX mean?
NEAB is the institution code of North East Asia Bank, KP stands for North Korea, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to North East Asia Bank in North Korea?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in North Korea with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to North East Asia Bank take in North Korea?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.