SWIFT/BIC code BILRCVC1XXX
BILRCVC1XXX belongs to Banco Insular (I.f.i) S.a.r.l. in Praia, Cape Verde.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BILRCVC1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BILRCVC1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Insular (I.f.i) S.a.r.l. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Praia |
| Country | Cape Verde |
How the Banco Insular (I.f.i) S.a.r.l. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BILR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CV Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- C1 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 BILRCVC1XXX?
BILRCVC1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Banco Insular (I.f.i) S.a.r.l. in Praia, Cape Verde. Use it when a payment to Banco Insular (I.f.i) S.a.r.l. does not need a specific branch.
Does Banco Insular (I.f.i) S.a.r.l. have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BILRCVC1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Insular (I.f.i) S.a.r.l. in Cape Verde, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter BILRCVC1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BILRCVC1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Insular (I.f.i) S.a.r.l. in Cape Verde?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Cape Verde with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BILRCVC1XXX stand for?
BILR is the institution code of Banco Insular (I.f.i) S.a.r.l., CV stands for Cape Verde, C1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Are BILRCVC1 and BILRCVC1XXX the same code?
Yes. BILRCVC1 is the 8-character version of BILRCVC1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Banco Insular (I.f.i) S.a.r.l. in Praia.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.