BSONBDDHSLP — SONALI BANK PLC
BSONBDDHSLP is the SWIFT/BIC code for SONALI BANK PLC in DHAKA, Bangladesh — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
BSONBDDHSLP is the SWIFT/BIC code for SONALI BANK PLC in DHAKA, Bangladesh. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: BSONBDDH
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | SONALI BANK PLC |
| Country | Bangladesh (BD) |
| Location Code | DH |
| Branch | SHILPA BHABAN CORPORATE BRANCH, DHAKA |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BSONBDDHSLP belong to?
The SWIFT code BSONBDDHSLP identifies SONALI BANK PLC in DHAKA, Bangladesh. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code BSONBDDHSLP mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BSONBDDHSLP are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BSON) represent the bank code for SONALI BANK PLC; characters 5-6 (BD) indicate the country code for Bangladesh; characters 7-8 (DH) specify the location code; and the final characters (SLP) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BSONBDDHSLP active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BSONBDDHSLP is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'DH' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code BSONBDDH instead of BSONBDDHSLP?
Yes. The 8-character code BSONBDDH represents the primary headquarters of SONALI BANK PLC. The 11-character code BSONBDDHSLP targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BSONBDDH (or BSONBDDHXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to BSONBDDHSLP?
The physical address registered for BSONBDDHSLP is: SHILPA BHABAN, 91, MOTIJHEEL COMMERCIAL AREA, 1000, DHAKA, Bangladesh. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).