SWIFT/BIC code BCSASVSSXXX
BCSASVSSXXX belongs to Scotiabank El Salvador, S.A. in San Salvador, El Salvador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCSASVSSXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCSASVSS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Scotiabank El Salvador, S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | San Salvador |
| Country | El Salvador |
How the Scotiabank El Salvador, S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCSA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SV Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SS 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 BCSASVSSXXX?
The code BCSASVSSXXX belongs to the headquarters of Scotiabank El Salvador, S.A. in San Salvador, El Salvador. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Scotiabank El Salvador, S.A..
What happens if I enter BCSASVSSXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCSASVSSXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Scotiabank El Salvador, S.A. in El Salvador?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in US Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in BCSASVSSXXX stand for?
BCSA is the institution code of Scotiabank El Salvador, S.A., SV is the ISO code of El Salvador, SS is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Scotiabank El Salvador, S.A.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCSASVSSXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. El Salvador uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Does Scotiabank El Salvador, S.A. have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BCSASVSSXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Scotiabank El Salvador, S.A. in El Salvador, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.