SWIFT/BIC code BCEHHNTEXXX
BCEHHNTEXXX belongs to Banco Central de Honduras in Tegucigalpa, Honduras.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCEHHNTEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCEHHNTE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Central de Honduras |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tegucigalpa |
| Country | Honduras |
How the Banco Central de Honduras SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCEH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TE 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 BIC BCEHHNTEXXX?
BCEHHNTEXXX identifies the headquarters of Banco Central de Honduras in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Use it when a payment to Banco Central de Honduras does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Central de Honduras?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Honduras with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BCEHHNTEXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCEHHNTEXXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Banco Central de Honduras use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BCEHHNTEXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Central de Honduras in Honduras, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Banco Central de Honduras take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Is BCEHHNTE and BCEHHNTEXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BCEHHNTE is the short version of BCEHHNTEXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Banco Central de Honduras in Tegucigalpa.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.