SWIFT/BIC code WICAKRS1XXX
WICAKRS1XXX belongs to W.i. Carr (Far East) Limited in Seoul, South Korea.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WICAKRS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WICAKRS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | W.i. Carr (Far East) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Seoul |
| Country | South Korea |
The way the W.i. Carr (Far East) Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WICA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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
What bank is behind BIC WICAKRS1XXX?
WICAKRS1XXX identifies the main office of W.i. Carr (Far East) Limited in Seoul, South Korea. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at W.i. Carr (Far East) Limited.
Are WICAKRS1 and WICAKRS1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. WICAKRS1 is the short version of WICAKRS1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to W.i. Carr (Far East) Limited in Seoul.
What happens if I enter WICAKRS1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check WICAKRS1XXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to W.i. Carr (Far East) Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of WICAKRS1XXX stand for?
WICA is the institution code of W.i. Carr (Far East) Limited, KR stands for South Korea, S1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to W.i. Carr (Far East) Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in South Korea with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.