SWIFT/BIC code PCBCKRSEXXX
PCBCKRSEXXX belongs to China Construction Bank Seoul Branch in Seoul, South Korea.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCKRSEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCKRSE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Seoul Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Seoul |
| Country | South Korea |
The way the China Construction Bank Seoul Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PCBC 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code PCBCKRSEXXX?
PCBCKRSEXXX identifies the head office of China Construction Bank Seoul Branch in Seoul, South Korea. It is the code to use when a payment to China Construction Bank Seoul Branch does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use PCBCKRSEXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PCBCKRSEXXX against the details from China Construction Bank Seoul Branch before sending.
What is the best way to send money to China Construction Bank Seoul Branch?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in South Korea with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in PCBCKRSEXXX stand for?
PCBC is the institution code of China Construction Bank Seoul Branch, KR stands for South Korea, SE is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at China Construction Bank Seoul Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PCBCKRSEXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. South Korea uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Is PCBCKRSE and PCBCKRSEXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. PCBCKRSE is the 8-character version of PCBCKRSEXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to China Construction Bank Seoul Branch in Seoul.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.