SWIFT/BIC code BNBTBTBTXXX
BNBTBTBTXXX belongs to Bhutan National Bank LTD in Thimphu, Bhutan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNBTBTBTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNBTBTBT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bhutan National Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Thimphu |
| Country | Bhutan |
How the Bhutan National Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNBT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BT 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 BNBTBTBTXXX?
The code BNBTBTBTXXX belongs to the headquarters of Bhutan National Bank LTD in Thimphu, Bhutan. Use it when you send money to an account at Bhutan National Bank LTD.
Does Bhutan National Bank LTD have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BNBTBTBTXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bhutan National Bank LTD in Bhutan, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Bhutan National Bank LTD?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Bhutan with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Bhutan National Bank LTD in Bhutan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Is BNBTBTBT and BNBTBTBTXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BNBTBTBT is the 8-character version of BNBTBTBTXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Bhutan National Bank LTD in Thimphu.
What do the letters in BNBTBTBTXXX stand for?
BNBT is the institution code of Bhutan National Bank LTD, BT stands for Bhutan, BT is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.