SWIFT/BIC code CBSAWSWSXXX
CBSAWSWSXXX belongs to Central Bank of Samoa in Apia, Samoa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBSAWSWSXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBSAWSWS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Central Bank of Samoa |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Apia |
| Country | Samoa |
How the Central Bank of Samoa SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBSA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- WS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- WS 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 bank uses SWIFT code CBSAWSWSXXX?
CBSAWSWSXXX identifies the head office of Central Bank of Samoa in Apia, Samoa. Use it when you send money to an account at Central Bank of Samoa.
How long does it take to send money to Central Bank of Samoa in Samoa?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Are CBSAWSWS and CBSAWSWSXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CBSAWSWS is the short version of CBSAWSWSXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Central Bank of Samoa in Apia.
What do the letters in CBSAWSWSXXX mean?
CBSA is the bank code of Central Bank of Samoa, WS is the ISO code of Samoa, WS is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Central Bank of Samoa?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CBSAWSWSXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Samoa uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Central Bank of Samoa?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Samoa with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.