SWIFT/BIC code BRASBRRJBSA
BRASBRRJBSA belongs to Banco do Brasil S.A. in Brasilia, Brazil.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BRASBRRJBSA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BRASBRRJ |
| Branch code | BSA |
| Bank | Banco do Brasil S.A. |
| Branch | Gecex Brasilia |
| City | Brasilia |
| Country | Brazil |
The way the Banco do Brasil S.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BRAS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RJ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BSA 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code BRASBRRJBSA?
BRASBRRJBSA identifies Gecex Brasilia, a unit of Banco do Brasil S.A. in Brasilia, Brazil. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco do Brasil S.A.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BRASBRRJBSA, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Brazil uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BRASBRRJBSA stand for?
BRAS is the institution code of Banco do Brasil S.A., BR stands for Brazil, RJ is the code for the city or region and BSA identifies the department Gecex Brasilia.
How long does it take to send money to Banco do Brasil S.A.?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use BRASBRRJ instead of BRASBRRJBSA?
BRASBRRJ points to the head office of Banco do Brasil S.A., while BRASBRRJBSA points to Gecex Brasilia. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BRASBRRJBSA if the recipient asks for it.
Does Banco do Brasil S.A. have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 22 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco do Brasil S.A. in Brazil. All of them are listed on the page of Banco do Brasil S.A..
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.