SWIFT/BIC code ARCHUS41XXX

ARCHUS41XXX belongs to Archipelago Services in Chicago,il, United States.

ARCHUS41XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeARCHUS41XXX
8-character codeARCHUS41
Branch codeXXX
BankArchipelago Services
BranchHead office
CityChicago,il
CountryUnited States

How the Archipelago Services SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

ARCH Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
US Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
41 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 bank is behind SWIFT code ARCHUS41XXX?

ARCHUS41XXX identifies the headquarters of Archipelago Services in Chicago,il, United States. Use it when a payment to Archipelago Services does not need a specific branch.

Are ARCHUS41 and ARCHUS41XXX the same code?

Yes, they are. ARCHUS41 is the short version of ARCHUS41XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Archipelago Services in Chicago,il.

What is the best way to send money to Archipelago Services?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of ARCHUS41XXX stand for?

ARCH is the institution code of Archipelago Services, US stands for United States, 41 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Archipelago Services?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ARCHUS41XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. United States uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

How long does a transfer to Archipelago Services take in United States?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.