SWIFT/BIC code BECUCUHHXXX
BECUCUHHXXX belongs to Banco Exterior de Cuba in La Habana, Cuba.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BECUCUHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BECUCUHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Exterior de Cuba |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | La Habana |
| Country | Cuba |
The way the Banco Exterior de Cuba SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BECU Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HH 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 is behind SWIFT code BECUCUHHXXX?
BECUCUHHXXX identifies the headquarters of Banco Exterior de Cuba in La Habana, Cuba. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco Exterior de Cuba.
What happens if I use BECUCUHHXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BECUCUHHXXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Exterior de Cuba?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco Exterior de Cuba?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BECUCUHHXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Cuba uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BECUCUHHXXX mean?
BECU is the bank code of Banco Exterior de Cuba, CU is the ISO code of Cuba, HH is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Exterior de Cuba in Cuba?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Cuba with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.