SWIFT/BIC code CBCYCY2NMRS
CBCYCY2NMRS belongs to Central Bank of Cyprus in Nicosia (Lefkosia), Cyprus.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBCYCY2NMRS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBCYCY2N |
| Branch code | MRS |
| Bank | Central Bank of Cyprus |
| Branch | Management of Reserves |
| 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.
- MRS 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 bank is behind BIC CBCYCY2NMRS?
CBCYCY2NMRS identifies Management of Reserves, a branch or department of Central Bank of Cyprus in Nicosia (Lefkosia), Cyprus. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of CBCYCY2NMRS mean?
CBCY is the institution code of Central Bank of Cyprus, CY is the ISO code of Cyprus, 2N is the location code and MRS is the code of the branch Management of Reserves.
Has Central Bank of Cyprus got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 16 SWIFT/BIC codes for Central Bank of Cyprus in Cyprus. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use CBCYCY2NMRS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CBCYCY2NMRS against the details from Central Bank of Cyprus before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Central Bank of Cyprus?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use CBCYCY2N instead of CBCYCY2NMRS?
CBCYCY2N points to the head office of Central Bank of Cyprus, while CBCYCY2NMRS points to Management of Reserves. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CBCYCY2NMRS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.