SWIFT/BIC code BIRNIE21XXX
BIRNIE21XXX belongs to Birr Credit Union Limited in Birr, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIRNIE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIRNIE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Birr Credit Union Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Birr |
| Country | Ireland |
How the Birr Credit Union Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIRN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 BIRNIE21XXX?
BIRNIE21XXX identifies the headquarters of Birr Credit Union Limited in Birr, Ireland. It is the code to use when a payment to Birr Credit Union Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BIRNIE21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BIRNIE21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Birr Credit Union Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BIRNIE21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Birr Credit Union Limited in Ireland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in BIRNIE21XXX mean?
BIRN is the bank code of Birr Credit Union Limited, IE is the ISO code of Ireland, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Are BIRNIE21 and BIRNIE21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BIRNIE21 is the 8-character version of BIRNIE21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Birr Credit Union Limited in Birr.
How long does it take to send money to Birr Credit Union Limited?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.