SWIFT/BIC code CERNIE21XXX
CERNIE21XXX belongs to Central Credit Union Limited in Dublin, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CERNIE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CERNIE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Central Credit Union Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dublin |
| Country | Ireland |
How the Central Credit Union Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CERN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 CERNIE21XXX?
CERNIE21XXX identifies the main office of Central Credit Union Limited in Dublin, Ireland. It is the code to use when a payment to Central Credit Union Limited does not need a specific branch.
Do I need CERNIE21XXX for a euro transfer to Ireland?
Ireland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CERNIE21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Central Credit Union Limited take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are CERNIE21 and CERNIE21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. CERNIE21 is the short version of CERNIE21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Central Credit Union Limited in Dublin.
Does Central Credit Union Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CERNIE21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Central Credit Union Limited in Ireland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Central Credit Union Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.