SWIFT/BIC code CBVSSRPAXXX

CBVSSRPAXXX belongs to Centrale Bank van Suriname in Paramaribo, Suriname.

CBVSSRPAXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCBVSSRPAXXX
8-character codeCBVSSRPA
Branch codeXXX
BankCentrale Bank van Suriname
BranchHead office
CityParamaribo
CountrySuriname

The way the Centrale Bank van Suriname SWIFT/BIC is built up

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

CBVS Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
SR Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
PA 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CBVSSRPAXXX?

CBVSSRPAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Centrale Bank van Suriname in Paramaribo, Suriname. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Centrale Bank van Suriname.

How long does a transfer to Centrale Bank van Suriname take in Suriname?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What do I need to send money to an account at Centrale Bank van Suriname?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code CBVSSRPAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Suriname is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

What does each part of CBVSSRPAXXX mean?

CBVS is the institution code of Centrale Bank van Suriname, SR stands for Suriname, PA is the location code and XXX means the head office.

What is the best way to send money to Centrale Bank van Suriname in Suriname?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Suriname with specialist providers before you send.

Does Centrale Bank van Suriname have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Centrale Bank van Suriname in Suriname. All of them are listed on the page of Centrale Bank van Suriname.

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