SWIFT/BIC code STLAPH22XXX

STLAPH22XXX belongs to Sterling Bank of Asia Inc. in San Juan, Philippines.

STLAPH22XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSTLAPH22XXX
8-character codeSTLAPH22
Branch codeXXX
BankSterling Bank of Asia Inc.
BranchHead office
CitySan Juan
CountryPhilippines

The way the Sterling Bank of Asia Inc. SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

STLA Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
PH Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
22 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 institution uses BIC STLAPH22XXX?

STLAPH22XXX identifies the head office of Sterling Bank of Asia Inc. in San Juan, Philippines. Use it when a payment to Sterling Bank of Asia Inc. does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I use STLAPH22XXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check STLAPH22XXX with the recipient before sending.

Does Sterling Bank of Asia Inc. have a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, STLAPH22XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sterling Bank of Asia Inc. in Philippines, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

Is STLAPH22 and STLAPH22XXX the same code?

Yes. STLAPH22 is the 8-character version of STLAPH22XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Sterling Bank of Asia Inc. in San Juan.

How long does it take to send money to Sterling Bank of Asia Inc.?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What do the letters in STLAPH22XXX stand for?

STLA is the bank code of Sterling Bank of Asia Inc., PH stands for Philippines, 22 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.

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