SWIFT/BIC code BCRICRSJXXX
BCRICRSJXXX belongs to Banco de Costa Rica in San Jose, Costa Rica.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCRICRSJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCRICRSJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco de Costa Rica |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | San Jose |
| Country | Costa Rica |
How the Banco de Costa Rica SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCRI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SJ 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 uses SWIFT code BCRICRSJXXX?
BCRICRSJXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Banco de Costa Rica in San Jose, Costa Rica. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banco de Costa Rica.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco de Costa Rica?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCRICRSJXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Costa Rica uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BCRICRSJXXX mean?
BCRI is the institution code of Banco de Costa Rica, CR is the ISO code of Costa Rica, SJ is the location code and XXX means the head office.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Costa Rica take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Banco de Costa Rica?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Costa Rica with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BCRICRSJXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BCRICRSJXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.