SWIFT/BIC code BSNJCRSJXXX
BSNJCRSJXXX belongs to Banco Bac San Jose in San Jose, Costa Rica.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSNJCRSJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSNJCRSJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Bac San Jose |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | San Jose |
| Country | Costa Rica |
The way the Banco Bac San Jose SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BSNJ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SJ 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code BSNJCRSJXXX?
BSNJCRSJXXX identifies the headquarters of Banco Bac San Jose in San Jose, Costa Rica. Use it when a payment to Banco Bac San Jose does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Bac San Jose in Costa Rica?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Banco Bac San Jose use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BSNJCRSJXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Bac San Jose in Costa Rica, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in BSNJCRSJXXX mean?
BSNJ is the bank code of Banco Bac San Jose, CR is the ISO code of Costa Rica, SJ is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banco Bac San Jose?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BSNJCRSJXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Costa Rica is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Bac San Jose in Costa Rica?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Costa Rica 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.