SWIFT/BIC code CBSLPHM1XXX

CBSLPHM1XXX belongs to Commonwealth Bank/Savings and Loan in Manila, Philippines.

CBSLPHM1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCBSLPHM1XXX
8-character codeCBSLPHM1
Branch codeXXX
BankCommonwealth Bank/Savings and Loan
BranchHead office
CityManila
CountryPhilippines

How the Commonwealth Bank/Savings and Loan SWIFT/BIC works

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

CBSL Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
PH Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
M1 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code CBSLPHM1XXX?

CBSLPHM1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Commonwealth Bank/Savings and Loan in Manila, Philippines. It is the code to use when a payment to Commonwealth Bank/Savings and Loan does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I use CBSLPHM1XXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CBSLPHM1XXX against the details from Commonwealth Bank/Savings and Loan before you confirm.

What do the letters in CBSLPHM1XXX stand for?

CBSL is the institution code of Commonwealth Bank/Savings and Loan, PH stands for Philippines, M1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.

Which details do I need to send money to an account at Commonwealth Bank/Savings and Loan?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code CBSLPHM1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Philippines uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

How long does a transfer to Commonwealth Bank/Savings and Loan take in Philippines?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Commonwealth Bank/Savings and Loan?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Philippine Peso with specialist providers before you send.

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