SWIFT/BIC code BCEYSCSCXXX
BCEYSCSCXXX belongs to Bank of Ceylon, Seychelles Branch in Victoria, Seychelles.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCEYSCSCXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCEYSCSC |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Ceylon, Seychelles Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Victoria |
| Country | Seychelles |
The way the Bank of Ceylon, Seychelles Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCEY Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SC Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SC 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 code BCEYSCSCXXX?
The code BCEYSCSCXXX belongs to the main office of Bank of Ceylon, Seychelles Branch in Victoria, Seychelles. Use it when a payment to Bank of Ceylon, Seychelles Branch does not need a specific branch.
Is BCEYSCSC and BCEYSCSCXXX the same code?
Yes. BCEYSCSC is the 8-character version of BCEYSCSCXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bank of Ceylon, Seychelles Branch in Victoria.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Ceylon, Seychelles Branch?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Seychelles with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bank of Ceylon, Seychelles Branch use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BCEYSCSCXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Bank of Ceylon, Seychelles Branch in Seychelles, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Ceylon, Seychelles Branch?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCEYSCSCXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Seychelles uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BCEYSCSCXXX mean?
BCEY is the bank code of Bank of Ceylon, Seychelles Branch, SC stands for Seychelles, SC is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.