SWIFT/BIC code BBVIBSN1XXX
BBVIBSN1XXX belongs to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya in Nassau, Bahamas.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBVIBSN1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBVIBSN1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Bilbao Vizcaya |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nassau |
| Country | Bahamas |
How the Banco Bilbao Vizcaya SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BBVI 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code BBVIBSN1XXX?
The code BBVIBSN1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Banco Bilbao Vizcaya in Nassau, Bahamas. Use it when a payment to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter BBVIBSN1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BBVIBSN1XXX against the details from Banco Bilbao Vizcaya before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya take in Bahamas?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya in Bahamas?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Bahamas with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Bilbao Vizcaya?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BBVIBSN1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bahamas uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BBVIBSN1XXX stand for?
BBVI is the bank code of Banco Bilbao Vizcaya, BS is the ISO code of Bahamas, N1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.