SWIFT/BIC code BLAOKYK1XXX
BLAOKYK1XXX belongs to Blackstone in Georgetown, Cayman Islands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BLAOKYK1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BLAOKYK1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Blackstone |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Georgetown |
| Country | Cayman Islands |
The way the Blackstone SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BLAO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- K1 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BLAOKYK1XXX?
BLAOKYK1XXX identifies the main office of Blackstone in Georgetown, Cayman Islands. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Blackstone.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Blackstone in Cayman Islands?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Cayman Islands with specialist providers before you send.
Does Blackstone use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BLAOKYK1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Blackstone in Cayman Islands, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is BLAOKYK1 and BLAOKYK1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BLAOKYK1 is the short version of BLAOKYK1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Blackstone in Georgetown.
What does each part of BLAOKYK1XXX stand for?
BLAO is the institution code of Blackstone, KY is the ISO code of Cayman Islands, K1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Blackstone?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BLAOKYK1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Cayman Islands is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.