SWIFT/BIC code BOTBBSNS0FR
BOTBBSNS0FR belongs to Bank of The Bahamas Limited in Freeport, Bahamas.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOTBBSNS0FR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOTBBSNS |
| Branch code | 0FR |
| Bank | Bank of The Bahamas Limited |
| Branch | — |
| City | Freeport |
| Country | Bahamas |
The way the Bank of The Bahamas Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOTB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NS Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 0FR 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 SWIFT code BOTBBSNS0FR?
The code BOTBBSNS0FR belongs to Bank of The Bahamas Limited, part of Bank of The Bahamas Limited in Freeport, Bahamas. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of The Bahamas Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BOTBBSNS0FR, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bahamas is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of The Bahamas Limited in Bahamas?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Bahamas with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Bank of The Bahamas Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Bank of The Bahamas Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of The Bahamas Limited in Bahamas. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of The Bahamas Limited.
Can I use BOTBBSNS instead of BOTBBSNS0FR?
BOTBBSNS points to the head office of Bank of The Bahamas Limited, while BOTBBSNS0FR is Bank of The Bahamas Limited. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOTBBSNS0FR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.