SWIFT/BIC code BICUCUHHXXX
BICUCUHHXXX belongs to Banco de Inversiones S.A. in La Habana, Cuba.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BICUCUHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BICUCUHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco de Inversiones S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | La Habana |
| Country | Cuba |
The way the Banco de Inversiones S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BICU 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/BIC code BICUCUHHXXX?
The code BICUCUHHXXX belongs to the head office of Banco de Inversiones S.A. in La Habana, Cuba. Use it when a payment to Banco de Inversiones S.A. does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco de Inversiones S.A. in Cuba?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Cuba with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BICUCUHHXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BICUCUHHXXX against the details from Banco de Inversiones S.A. before sending.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Inversiones S.A. take in Cuba?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco de Inversiones S.A.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BICUCUHHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Cuba is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BICUCUHHXXX stand for?
BICU is the institution code of Banco de Inversiones S.A., CU is the ISO code of Cuba, HH is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.