SWIFT/BIC code USBKUS44SEA
USBKUS44SEA belongs to U.s. Bank in Seattle,wa, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | USBKUS44SEA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | USBKUS44 |
| Branch code | SEA |
| Bank | U.s. Bank |
| Branch | Seattle Global Documentary Services |
| City | Seattle,wa |
| Country | United States |
How the U.s. Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- USBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 44 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- SEA 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 uses SWIFT code USBKUS44SEA?
USBKUS44SEA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Seattle Global Documentary Services, a branch or department of U.s. Bank in Seattle,wa, United States. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use USBKUS44 instead of USBKUS44SEA?
USBKUS44 points to the head office of U.s. Bank, while USBKUS44SEA points to Seattle Global Documentary Services. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention USBKUS44SEA.
Has U.s. Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for U.s. Bank in United States, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of U.s. Bank.
What happens if I enter USBKUS44SEA incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check USBKUS44SEA with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to U.s. Bank in United States?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at U.s. Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code USBKUS44SEA, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. United States uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.