Bank SWIFT code
Shinhan Bank
Seoul, South Korea · BIC SHBKKRSE
SWIFT / BIC
SHBKKRSE
Bank code
SHBK
Country
KR
Location
SE
Branch
XXX (primary office)
Head office city
Seoul
BIC length
8 characters (primary office)
What each part of SHBKKRSE means
A SWIFT/BIC code is read left to right in four blocks.
SHBK
Bank code
4 letters — the institution (here, the bank prefix)
KR
Country code
2 letters — ISO 3166 country
SE
Location code
2 characters — city/region; a digit often means a test code
XXX
Branch code
3 characters — XXX marks the primary office
How to use this SWIFT code
Use SHBKKRSE as the receiver bank SWIFT/BIC code when initiating an international wire transfer to Shinhan Bank. Combine it with the recipient's account number and full name. Double-check the code with Shinhan Bank or the recipient before sending — branch-specific BICs can differ from the head-office code.
Shinhan Bank SWIFT code FAQ
- What is the SWIFT code for Shinhan Bank?
- The SWIFT/BIC code for Shinhan Bank is SHBKKRSE, identifying the bank's head office in Seoul, South Korea. Use it as the receiver-bank BIC when initiating an international wire transfer.
- Is SHBKKRSE an 8- or 11-character SWIFT code?
- SHBKKRSE is an 8-character BIC — the bank's primary (head-office) code. An 11-character form would append a branch code (often XXX for the primary office).
- Where do I find the SWIFT code for Shinhan Bank?
- It is shown on bank statements and in online banking, or you can ask Shinhan Bank directly. You can also decode SHBKKRSE in the SWIFT/BIC lookup on this site. Always confirm the code with the receiving bank before sending funds.
- What's the difference between SHBKKRSE and a routing number?
- A SWIFT/BIC code identifies a bank for cross-border payments, while a routing number (ABA) is used for domestic US transfers. For an international wire to Shinhan Bank, you need the SWIFT code; for a domestic US transfer you need the routing number.
⚠️ BIC data reflects the head-office code from public bank disclosures. Branch-specific SWIFT codes may differ — confirm with Shinhan Bank for exact routing before sending funds.