SWIFT/BIC code SCOBWSWSXXX
SCOBWSWSXXX belongs to Samoa Commercial Bank Limited in Apia, Samoa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCOBWSWSXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCOBWSWS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Samoa Commercial Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Apia |
| Country | Samoa |
The way the Samoa Commercial Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCOB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- WS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- WS 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 SCOBWSWSXXX?
SCOBWSWSXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Samoa Commercial Bank Limited in Apia, Samoa. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Samoa Commercial Bank Limited.
What happens if I enter SCOBWSWSXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SCOBWSWSXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Samoa Commercial Bank Limited in Samoa?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Samoa with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Samoa Commercial Bank Limited take in Samoa?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Are SCOBWSWS and SCOBWSWSXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SCOBWSWS is the 8-character version of SCOBWSWSXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Samoa Commercial Bank Limited in Apia.
Does Samoa Commercial Bank Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SCOBWSWSXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Samoa Commercial Bank Limited in Samoa, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.