SWIFT/BIC code BESKKYKYXXX
BESKKYKYXXX belongs to Bank Espirito Santo (International) LTD in Georgetown, Cayman Islands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BESKKYKYXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BESKKYKY |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank Espirito Santo (International) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Georgetown |
| Country | Cayman Islands |
How the Bank Espirito Santo (International) LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BESK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KY 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BESKKYKYXXX?
BESKKYKYXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bank Espirito Santo (International) LTD in Georgetown, Cayman Islands. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank Espirito Santo (International) LTD.
What happens if I enter BESKKYKYXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BESKKYKYXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are BESKKYKY and BESKKYKYXXX the same code?
Yes. BESKKYKY is the 8-character version of BESKKYKYXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bank Espirito Santo (International) LTD in Georgetown.
What does each part of BESKKYKYXXX stand for?
BESK is the institution code of Bank Espirito Santo (International) LTD, KY is the ISO code of Cayman Islands, KY is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Espirito Santo (International) LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BESKKYKYXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Cayman Islands uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Espirito Santo (International) LTD in Cayman Islands?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Cayman Islands with transfer services 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.