OCBC Bank Singapore uses the SWIFT/BIC code OCBCSGSG for many international bank transfers into Singapore. When a sending bank requires an 11-character BIC, the usual main-office format is OCBCSGSGXXX. Before sending money, match the beneficiary name, OCBC account number, currency instructions and any intermediary bank details with the latest OCBC instructions.
11-character format: OCBCSGSGXXX
Bank Code: 7339
Singapore
Main Code Details
OCBC Bank Singapore
Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited
OCBCSGSG
OCBCSGSGXXX
7339
The first three digits of the OCBC account number are commonly used as the branch code when a local form asks for one.
Singapore
International telegraphic transfers, inward remittances and overseas payee setup
What OCBCSGSG Means
The OCBC Singapore SWIFT code is a bank identifier used by financial institutions to route international payment messages. It does not replace the recipient’s account number, account name or transfer purpose. A sending bank may ask for either the 8-character code OCBCSGSG or the 11-character version OCBCSGSGXXX.
Identifies Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited as the bank.
Identifies Singapore as the country connected to the bank code.
Identifies the Singapore location code used in the BIC structure.
Used when an 11-character main-office BIC is requested by the sending bank.
For a wider comparison across local banks, use the major Singapore bank SWIFT codes page together with the bank’s own verification page.
OCBC Singapore Transfer Detail Table
Use this table as a transfer preparation checklist. A bank may still request extra fields depending on the sending country, currency, compliance checks and payment route.
| Field | OCBC Detail | Used For | Check Before Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank name | Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited | International transfer beneficiary bank field | Use the bank name shown in OCBC’s latest transfer instructions. |
| SWIFT / BIC | OCBCSGSG | International payment routing | If the sender requires 11 characters, use OCBCSGSGXXX unless OCBC gives a different instruction for that transfer. |
| 11-character BIC | OCBCSGSGXXX | Main-office BIC format | Some bank forms reject 8-character codes and ask for an 11-character BIC. |
| Bank code | 7339 | Local bank code fields where requested | For local clearing references, compare with the Singapore bank code list. |
| Branch code | First three digits of the OCBC account number | Local forms that still ask for branch code | Check the recipient’s full account number format before separating any digits. |
| Beneficiary account name | Name as maintained with OCBC | Recipient matching and bank review | Do not shorten company names, middle names or account titles unless the recipient confirms the exact format. |
| Beneficiary account number | Full OCBC account number | Crediting funds to the correct account | Confirm whether the sender needs the full account number or a branch-code-separated format. |
| Foreign currency account note | Currency code may be part of the account instruction | Foreign currency crediting | For foreign currency accounts, follow OCBC’s latest account-number and currency-code instruction. |
| USD intermediary bank | May involve JP Morgan Chase Bank, New York, with SWIFT CHASUS33 for certain USD instructions | USD inward telegraphic transfer routing | Use intermediary bank details only when OCBC or the sending bank asks for them. |
| Cut-off timing | Depends on currency, account type and business day processing | Same-day or next-business-day processing expectations | Public holidays, bank checks and correspondent bank handling may affect timing. |
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SWIFT Code vs Bank Code vs Branch Code
OCBC’s SWIFT code, bank code and branch code are not the same field. Using the wrong field in a transfer form may delay processing or trigger a correction request.
| Code Type | OCBC Value | Typical Use | User Check |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWIFT / BIC | OCBCSGSG or OCBCSGSGXXX | International bank-to-bank transfer messaging | Ask the sender whether the form requires 8 or 11 characters. |
| Bank code | 7339 | Local bank identification where a bank code field appears | Use only when a local form asks for bank code. |
| Branch code | Usually the first three digits of the OCBC account number | Legacy local payment forms or account-format references | Do not guess from branch address or branch name. |
For local SGD payments, users often need different rails such as FAST transfers in Singapore or PayNow setup in Singapore, not a SWIFT message.
When This Code Is Used
Use OCBCSGSG or OCBCSGSGXXX when an overseas sender needs OCBC Singapore’s BIC to send a telegraphic transfer into an OCBC account.
A foreign bank app may ask for the recipient bank name, country, account number, account name, address and SWIFT/BIC before saving the payee.
Business users may need extra information such as invoice reference, purpose of payment, currency instruction and intermediary bank details.
International payments may include cable fees, agent bank fees or FX markups. The international transfer fee notes page can help users separate bank fees from exchange-rate cost.
Verification Checks Before Sending Money
Use Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited where the sending bank asks for the official beneficiary bank name.
Some forms accept OCBCSGSG, while others require OCBCSGSGXXX.
Ask the recipient to confirm the full OCBC account number and account name exactly as maintained with the bank.
Foreign currency account transfers may need added currency information in the payment instruction.
Bank details, fees, processing cut-offs and intermediary instructions can change, so verify with OCBC before sending a high-value payment.
Branch and Account Access
SWIFT details help with international payment routing, but account servicing questions may still require a branch visit, hotline check or secure message in OCBC digital banking. For branch location planning, use OCBC branch locations and confirm opening hours before visiting.
For a broader bank overview, the OCBC Bank Singapore profile covers bank presence, service areas and other public reference points.
Verification Notes
SWIFT/BIC details should be checked against OCBC’s own transfer pages before payment. For inward remittance details, use the OCBC Business Banking inward TT page. For personal overseas transfer instructions and the 8-character-to-11-character SWIFT note, use the OCBC personal telegraphic transfer page. For bank registration context, check the MAS Financial Institutions Directory.
This page is for general banking reference only. It is not a payment instruction from OCBC, and it does not replace checks made through OCBC, the recipient or the sending bank.
FAQ
What is the OCBC Singapore SWIFT code?
The OCBC Singapore SWIFT/BIC code is OCBCSGSG. If an 11-character BIC is required, the main-office format is commonly written as OCBCSGSGXXX.
Is OCBCSGSGXXX the same as OCBCSGSG?
They refer to the same OCBC Singapore main BIC structure, but OCBCSGSGXXX is the 11-character format used when a payment form requires a branch-code suffix.
What is OCBC Singapore bank code?
OCBC Singapore’s bank code is 7339. This is different from the SWIFT/BIC code and is normally used only when a local form asks for bank code.
How do I find my OCBC branch code?
OCBC states that the first three numbers of an OCBC account number are branch codes. Check the full account number format before using this field in a local payment form.
Do I need SWIFT for PayNow or FAST?
No. PayNow and FAST are local Singapore payment methods and normally do not use a SWIFT code. SWIFT/BIC is mainly used for international bank transfer routing.
