SWIFT/BIC code CBCYCY2NEDS
CBCYCY2NEDS belongs to Central Bank of Cyprus in Nicosia (Lefkosia), Cyprus.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBCYCY2NEDS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBCYCY2N |
| Branch code | EDS |
| Bank | Central Bank of Cyprus |
| Branch | External Debt Section |
| City | Nicosia (Lefkosia) |
| Country | Cyprus |
How the Central Bank of Cyprus SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBCY Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2N Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- EDS 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 uses BIC CBCYCY2NEDS?
CBCYCY2NEDS identifies External Debt Section, a branch or department of Central Bank of Cyprus in Nicosia (Lefkosia), Cyprus. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CBCYCY2NEDS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CBCYCY2NEDS with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Central Bank of Cyprus?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use CBCYCY2N instead of CBCYCY2NEDS?
CBCYCY2N points to the head office of Central Bank of Cyprus, while CBCYCY2NEDS is External Debt Section. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CBCYCY2NEDS.
What does each part of CBCYCY2NEDS stand for?
CBCY is the bank code of Central Bank of Cyprus, CY stands for Cyprus, 2N is the location code and EDS is the code of the branch External Debt Section.
How long does a transfer to Central Bank of Cyprus take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.