SWIFT/BIC code SHBKKRSECLS
SHBKKRSECLS belongs to Shinhan Bank in Seoul, South Korea.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SHBKKRSECLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SHBKKRSE |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | Shinhan Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Seoul |
| Country | South Korea |
How the Shinhan Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SHBK 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.
- CLS 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code SHBKKRSECLS?
SHBKKRSECLS identifies Shinhan Bank, part of Shinhan Bank in Seoul, South Korea. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use SHBKKRSECLS incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SHBKKRSECLS against the details from Shinhan Bank before you confirm.
Has Shinhan Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Shinhan Bank in South Korea. All of them are listed on the page of Shinhan Bank.
What do the letters in SHBKKRSECLS mean?
SHBK is the bank code of Shinhan Bank, KR is the ISO code of South Korea, SE is the location code and CLS is the code of the branch Shinhan Bank.
Can I use SHBKKRSE instead of SHBKKRSECLS?
SHBKKRSE points to the main office of Shinhan Bank, while SHBKKRSECLS is Shinhan Bank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SHBKKRSECLS.
How long does it take to send money to Shinhan Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.