SWIFT/BIC code SECTCOB1813
SECTCOB1813 belongs to Samsung Electronica de Columbia in Bogota, Colombia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SECTCOB1813 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SECTCOB1 |
| Branch code | 813 |
| Bank | Samsung Electronica de Columbia |
| Branch | Samcol |
| City | Bogota |
| Country | Colombia |
How the Samsung Electronica de Columbia SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SECT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 813 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 SECTCOB1813?
SECTCOB1813 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Samcol, a branch or department of Samsung Electronica de Columbia in Bogota, Colombia. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of SECTCOB1813 stand for?
SECT is the institution code of Samsung Electronica de Columbia, CO stands for Colombia, B1 is the location code and 813 identifies the branch Samcol.
How long does a transfer to Samsung Electronica de Columbia take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use SECTCOB1 instead of SECTCOB1813?
SECTCOB1 is the main office of Samsung Electronica de Columbia, while SECTCOB1813 points to Samcol. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SECTCOB1813.
What is the best way to send money to Samsung Electronica de Columbia in Colombia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Colombia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Samsung Electronica de Columbia?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SECTCOB1813, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Colombia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.