SWIFT/BIC code BSTTUS44XXX

BSTTUS44XXX belongs to Bell Bank in Fargo,nd, United States.

BSTTUS44XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBSTTUS44XXX
8-character codeBSTTUS44
Branch codeXXX
BankBell Bank
BranchHead office
CityFargo,nd
CountryUnited States

The way the Bell Bank SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BSTT Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
US Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
44 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 SWIFT/BIC code BSTTUS44XXX?

BSTTUS44XXX identifies the headquarters of Bell Bank in Fargo,nd, United States. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bell Bank.

Is BSTTUS44 and BSTTUS44XXX the same code?

Yes. BSTTUS44 is the short version of BSTTUS44XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Bell Bank in Fargo,nd.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bell Bank?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code BSTTUS44XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. United States uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

What does each part of BSTTUS44XXX mean?

BSTT is the institution code of Bell Bank, US is the ISO code of United States, 44 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.

What happens if I use BSTTUS44XXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BSTTUS44XXX with the recipient before sending.

How long does it take to send money to Bell Bank?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.