SWIFT/BIC code CBTTTTPSXXX
CBTTTTPSXXX belongs to Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBTTTTPSXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBTTTTPS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Port of Spain |
| Country | Trinidad & Tobago |
The way the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBTT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PS 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 BIC CBTTTTPSXXX?
CBTTTTPSXXX identifies the main office of Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago.
What happens if I use CBTTTTPSXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CBTTTTPSXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CBTTTTPSXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Trinidad & Tobago uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in CBTTTTPSXXX mean?
CBTT is the institution code of Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago, TT is the ISO code of Trinidad & Tobago, PS is the location code and XXX means the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CBTTTTPSXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago in Trinidad & Tobago, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.