SWIFT/BIC code BIGTIE2DXXX
BIGTIE2DXXX belongs to Bank of Ireland (Treasury) in Dublin, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIGTIE2DXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIGTIE2D |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Ireland (Treasury) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dublin |
| Country | Ireland |
How the Bank of Ireland (Treasury) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIGT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2D 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 is behind BIC BIGTIE2DXXX?
The code BIGTIE2DXXX belongs to the headquarters of Bank of Ireland (Treasury) in Dublin, Ireland. Use it when a payment to Bank of Ireland (Treasury) does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BIGTIE2DXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BIGTIE2DXXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Bank of Ireland (Treasury) have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BIGTIE2DXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of Ireland (Treasury) in Ireland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in BIGTIE2DXXX mean?
BIGT is the institution code of Bank of Ireland (Treasury), IE is the ISO code of Ireland, 2D is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Are BIGTIE2D and BIGTIE2DXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BIGTIE2D is the 8-character version of BIGTIE2DXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bank of Ireland (Treasury) in Dublin.
Do I need BIGTIE2DXXX for a euro transfer to Ireland?
Ireland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BIGTIE2DXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.