SWIFT/BIC code ABATBSN1XXX
ABATBSN1XXX belongs to Alliance Bank and Trust in Nassau, Bahamas.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABATBSN1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABATBSN1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alliance Bank and Trust |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nassau |
| Country | Bahamas |
How the Alliance Bank and Trust SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABAT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- N1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which institution is behind BIC ABATBSN1XXX?
ABATBSN1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Alliance Bank and Trust in Nassau, Bahamas. It is the code to use when a payment to Alliance Bank and Trust does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in ABATBSN1XXX mean?
ABAT is the bank code of Alliance Bank and Trust, BS is the ISO code of Bahamas, N1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Alliance Bank and Trust?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ABATBSN1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahamas uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Alliance Bank and Trust take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Alliance Bank and Trust?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Bahamas with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use ABATBSN1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ABATBSN1XXX against the details from Alliance Bank and Trust before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.