SWIFT/BIC code POBBSBSBXXX
POBBSBSBXXX belongs to Pan Oceanic Bank Limited in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POBBSBSBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POBBSBSB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pan Oceanic Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Honiara |
| Country | Solomon Islands |
The way the Pan Oceanic Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- POBB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SB 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code POBBSBSBXXX?
POBBSBSBXXX identifies the head office of Pan Oceanic Bank Limited in Honiara, Solomon Islands. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Pan Oceanic Bank Limited.
What happens if I enter POBBSBSBXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check POBBSBSBXXX with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in POBBSBSBXXX stand for?
POBB is the bank code of Pan Oceanic Bank Limited, SB is the ISO code of Solomon Islands, SB is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Pan Oceanic Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code POBBSBSBXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Solomon Islands uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Pan Oceanic Bank Limited take in Solomon Islands?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Pan Oceanic Bank Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – POBBSBSBXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Pan Oceanic Bank Limited in Solomon Islands, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.