SWIFT/BIC code BLCUIE21XXX
BLCUIE21XXX belongs to Progressive Credit Union Limited in Balbriggan, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BLCUIE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BLCUIE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Progressive Credit Union Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Balbriggan |
| Country | Ireland |
How the Progressive Credit Union Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BLCU 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
What bank is behind BIC BLCUIE21XXX?
The code BLCUIE21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Progressive Credit Union Limited in Balbriggan, Ireland. Use it when a payment to Progressive Credit Union Limited does not need a specific branch.
Do I need BLCUIE21XXX to send euros to Ireland?
Ireland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BLCUIE21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Progressive Credit Union Limited in Ireland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are BLCUIE21 and BLCUIE21XXX the same code?
Yes. BLCUIE21 is the short version of BLCUIE21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Progressive Credit Union Limited in Balbriggan.
What do the letters in BLCUIE21XXX stand for?
BLCU is the institution code of Progressive Credit Union Limited, IE stands for Ireland, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Progressive Credit Union Limited in Ireland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.