SWIFT/BIC code BAJAJMK11KN
BAJAJMK11KN belongs to Bank of Jamaica in Kingston, Jamaica.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAJAJMK11KN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAJAJMK1 |
| Branch code | 1KN |
| Bank | Bank of Jamaica |
| Branch | Rtgs |
| City | Kingston |
| Country | Jamaica |
The way the Bank of Jamaica SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BAJA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- K1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 1KN 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 BIC BAJAJMK11KN?
The code BAJAJMK11KN belongs to Rtgs, a unit of Bank of Jamaica in Kingston, Jamaica. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank of Jamaica got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Jamaica in Jamaica, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in BAJAJMK11KN mean?
BAJA is the institution code of Bank of Jamaica, JM stands for Jamaica, K1 is the location code and 1KN is the code of the department Rtgs.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Jamaica?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Jamaica with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BAJAJMK1 instead of BAJAJMK11KN?
BAJAJMK1 is the head office of Bank of Jamaica, while BAJAJMK11KN points to Rtgs. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BAJAJMK11KN.
What happens if I use BAJAJMK11KN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BAJAJMK11KN against the details from Bank of Jamaica before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.