HVBKSGSG — WOORI BANK, SINGAPORE
HVBKSGSG is the SWIFT/BIC code for WOORI BANK, SINGAPORE in SINGAPORE, Singapore — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
HVBKSGSG is the SWIFT/BIC code for WOORI BANK, SINGAPORE in SINGAPORE, Singapore. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | WOORI BANK, SINGAPORE |
| Country | Singapore (SG) |
| Location Code | SG |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code HVBKSGSG belong to?
The SWIFT code HVBKSGSG identifies WOORI BANK, SINGAPORE in SINGAPORE, Singapore. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code HVBKSGSG mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of HVBKSGSG are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (HVBK) represent the bank code for WOORI BANK, SINGAPORE; characters 5-6 (SG) indicate the country code for Singapore; characters 7-8 (SG) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code HVBKSGSG active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) HVBKSGSG is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'SG' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code HVBKSGSG instead of HVBKSGSG?
Yes. The 8-character code HVBKSGSG represents the primary headquarters of WOORI BANK, SINGAPORE. The 11-character code HVBKSGSG targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to HVBKSGSG (or HVBKSGSGXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to HVBKSGSG?
The physical address registered for HVBKSGSG is: 10 MARINA BOULEVARD, 13, FLOOR 2-05, MBFC TOWER, 018983, SINGAPORE, Singapore. 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).