SWIFT/BIC code BCEANIM1XXX
BCEANIM1XXX belongs to Banco de Centro America in Managua, Nicaragua.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCEANIM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCEANIM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco de Centro America |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Managua |
| Country | Nicaragua |
The way the Banco de Centro America SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCEA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NI Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BCEANIM1XXX?
The code BCEANIM1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Banco de Centro America in Managua, Nicaragua. Use it when a payment to Banco de Centro America does not need a specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco de Centro America?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCEANIM1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Nicaragua uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BCEANIM1XXX stand for?
BCEA is the institution code of Banco de Centro America, NI stands for Nicaragua, M1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Centro America take in Nicaragua?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco de Centro America?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Nicaragua with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Are BCEANIM1 and BCEANIM1XXX the same code?
Yes. BCEANIM1 is the short version of BCEANIM1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Banco de Centro America in Managua.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.