SWIFT/BIC code BFGCKYK1XXX
BFGCKYK1XXX belongs to Banco Frances (Cayman) LTD. in Georgetown, Cayman Islands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BFGCKYK1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BFGCKYK1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Frances (Cayman) LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Georgetown |
| Country | Cayman Islands |
The way the Banco Frances (Cayman) LTD. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BFGC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- K1 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 BIC BFGCKYK1XXX?
BFGCKYK1XXX identifies the head office of Banco Frances (Cayman) LTD. in Georgetown, Cayman Islands. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco Frances (Cayman) LTD..
What is the best way to send money to Banco Frances (Cayman) LTD. in Cayman Islands?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Cayman Islands with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Banco Frances (Cayman) LTD. take in Cayman Islands?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in BFGCKYK1XXX mean?
BFGC is the bank code of Banco Frances (Cayman) LTD., KY is the ISO code of Cayman Islands, K1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Frances (Cayman) LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BFGCKYK1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Cayman Islands uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Are BFGCKYK1 and BFGCKYK1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BFGCKYK1 is the short version of BFGCKYK1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Banco Frances (Cayman) LTD. in Georgetown.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.