SWIFT/BIC code SHBKKRSEXXX

SHBKKRSEXXX belongs to Shinhan Bank in Seoul, South Korea.

SHBKKRSEXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSHBKKRSEXXX
8-character codeSHBKKRSE
Branch codeXXX
BankShinhan Bank
BranchHead office
CitySeoul
CountrySouth Korea

The way the Shinhan Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
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 SHBKKRSEXXX?

SHBKKRSEXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Shinhan Bank in Seoul, South Korea. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Shinhan Bank.

What happens if I enter SHBKKRSEXXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SHBKKRSEXXX against the details from Shinhan Bank before sending.

Has Shinhan Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Shinhan Bank in South Korea, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do the letters in SHBKKRSEXXX stand for?

SHBK is the institution code of Shinhan Bank, KR is the ISO code of South Korea, SE is the location code and XXX marks the main office.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Shinhan Bank?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code SHBKKRSEXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. South Korea uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

What is the best way to send money to Shinhan Bank in South Korea?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in South Korea with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.