SWIFT/BIC Code for Security Bank in the Philippines

The primary Security Bank Philippines SWIFT code is SETCPHMMXXX. Security Bank may use different SWIFT/BIC codes for specific banking services, so confirm the right one with your recipient or the bank directly before you send.

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SETCPHMMXXX

SETCPHMMXXX includes four parts: SETC identifies Security Bank Corporation as the bank, PH specifies the Philippines as the country, MM points to Metro Manila as the location, and XXX designates the main branch.

Security Bank SWIFT code details

Bank Name

Security Bank Corporation

SWIFT/BIC codeSETCPHMMXXX
Bank addressSecurity Bank Centre, 6776 Ayala Avenue
CityMakati City
CountryPhilippines
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Why do I need a Security Bank SWIFT code?

A SWIFT/BIC code gives the global banking network the information it needs to identify the receiving bank and route your international transfer correctly. To send money to a Security Bank account in the Philippines, you’ll need the code SETCPHMMXXX.

 

Your recipient can find their Security Bank Philippines SWIFT code on a recent bank statement or through their Security Bank online banking account.

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How to find a local branch SWIFT code for Security Bank

Confirm details with your recipient

Ask for their account number and the Security Bank Philippines SWIFT code. Both can be found on a recent bank statement or through Security Bank’s online banking portal.

Look up the branch SWIFT code

Individual Security Bank branches may have a unique code for their location. If a branch-specific code isn’t available, the head office code SETCPHMMXXX is a default for most transfers.

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Security Bank SWIFT Code in the Philippines

Understanding SWIFT codes

SWIFT codes are 8 to 11 characters long, and each part tells the global banking network something specific about the receiving institution.

 

1 – Bank code (4 letters)

SETC represents Security Bank Corporation.

 

2 – Country code (2 letters)

PH stands for the Philippines.

 

3 – Location code (2 letters or numbers)

Points to the bank’s city or regional hub — MM for Metro Manila in this case.

 

4 – Branch code (3 character)

Identifies a specific branch. When it reads XXX, the code refers to the bank’s head office.

 

If your recipient doesn’t have a branch-level code, SETCPHMMXXX is the default SWIFT code for Security Bank in the Philippines.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a SWIFT/BIC code for international money transfers to Security Bank?

Yes. An international transfer to a Security Bank account in the Philippines cannot be processed without a SWIFT code. For most transfers, SETCPHMMXXX is the code to use.

How do I find a SWIFT code for Security Bank?

Ask your recipient first. Security Bank customers can find their branch SWIFT code on a recent bank statement or through their online banking account. Western Union’s bank codes guide is also a handy reference.

Do all banks in the Philippines have a SWIFT code?

Most banks that handle international transfers in the Philippines are part of the SWIFT network, but not all. Banks without a SWIFT code typically route cross-border payments through a correspondent bank. For more on how bank codes work, see our guide on SWIFT codes vs. IBANs.

Is a SWIFT code the same for all branches?

Many banks assign unique SWIFT codes to individual branches. If your recipient can’t confirm a branch-specific code for Security Bank, use the head office code SETCPHMMXXX.

This content is for informational purposes only. Western Union does not require you add bank codes when performing an international money transfer.