SWIFT/BIC code BFICCUHHXXX
BFICCUHHXXX belongs to Banco Financiero Internacional, S.A. in La Habana, Cuba.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BFICCUHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BFICCUHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Financiero Internacional, S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | La Habana |
| Country | Cuba |
The way the Banco Financiero Internacional, S.A. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BFIC 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 uses BIC BFICCUHHXXX?
BFICCUHHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banco Financiero Internacional, S.A. in La Habana, Cuba. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banco Financiero Internacional, S.A..
Is BFICCUHH and BFICCUHHXXX the same code?
Yes. BFICCUHH is the short version of BFICCUHHXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Banco Financiero Internacional, S.A. in La Habana.
How long does a transfer to Banco Financiero Internacional, S.A. take in Cuba?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in BFICCUHHXXX stand for?
BFIC is the bank code of Banco Financiero Internacional, S.A., CU is the ISO code of Cuba, HH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Financiero Internacional, S.A.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BFICCUHHXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Cuba uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Financiero Internacional, S.A.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Cuba with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.