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What do the letters and numbers mean in the swift code?

A SWIFT code (sometimes known as a SWIFT Number) are 8 to 11 characters long and made of both letters and numbers. You can typically find them on a bank statement or on your bank’s website. The SWIFT code is a format of your BIC (Bank Identification Code), and the two terms are used interchangeably. SWIFTs or BICs are unique identification codes for the particular bank that holds your account.

  • Bank code (A-Z): 4 letters identifying the bank
  • Country Code (A-Z): 2 Letters representing the country where the bank is located
  • Location Code (0-9, A-Z): 2 characters usually comprising of letters or numbers, representing the bank’s head office
  • Branch code (0-9, A-Z): 3 digits or letters to identify a unique branch of the bank. ‘XXX’ is typically used to represent the head office
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Swift code structure

Swift codes for banks

Always check with your bank or recipient directly to make sure you are paying to the right bank account.

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