SWIFT/BIC code BAMRCWC1XXX
BAMRCWC1XXX belongs to Banco Mercantil in Willemstad, Curaçao.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAMRCWC1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAMRCWC1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Mercantil |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Willemstad |
| Country | Curaçao |
The way the Banco Mercantil SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BAMR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- C1 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 BAMRCWC1XXX?
The code BAMRCWC1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Banco Mercantil in Willemstad, Curaçao. Use it when a payment to Banco Mercantil does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BAMRCWC1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BAMRCWC1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in BAMRCWC1XXX mean?
BAMR is the bank code of Banco Mercantil, CW is the ISO code of Curaçao, C1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco Mercantil?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BAMRCWC1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Curaçao uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Is BAMRCWC1 and BAMRCWC1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BAMRCWC1 is the short version of BAMRCWC1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Banco Mercantil in Willemstad.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Mercantil?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.