SWIFT/BIC code CBCGMEB1XXX

CBCGMEB1XXX belongs to Central Bank of Montenegro in Podgorica, Montenegro.

CBCGMEB1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCBCGMEB1XXX
8-character codeCBCGMEB1
Branch codeXXX
BankCentral Bank of Montenegro
BranchHead office
CityPodgorica
CountryMontenegro

The way the Central Bank of Montenegro SWIFT/BIC works

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

CBCG Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
ME Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
B1 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 code CBCGMEB1XXX?

The code CBCGMEB1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Central Bank of Montenegro in Podgorica, Montenegro. It is the code to use when a payment to Central Bank of Montenegro does not need a specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Central Bank of Montenegro?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

What does each part of CBCGMEB1XXX mean?

CBCG is the bank code of Central Bank of Montenegro, ME stands for Montenegro, B1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at Central Bank of Montenegro?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CBCGMEB1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Montenegro is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

What happens if I use CBCGMEB1XXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CBCGMEB1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Does Central Bank of Montenegro use a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, CBCGMEB1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Central Bank of Montenegro in Montenegro, so there is no branch code to choose.

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