SWIFT/BIC code CHOIBZBZXXX
CHOIBZBZXXX belongs to Choice Bank LTD in Belize City, Belize.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CHOIBZBZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CHOIBZBZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Choice Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Belize City |
| Country | Belize |
How the Choice Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CHOI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BZ 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 BIC CHOIBZBZXXX?
CHOIBZBZXXX identifies the head office of Choice Bank LTD in Belize City, Belize. Use it when you send money to an account at Choice Bank LTD.
What do the letters in CHOIBZBZXXX mean?
CHOI is the institution code of Choice Bank LTD, BZ is the ISO code of Belize, BZ is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Choice Bank LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CHOIBZBZXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Belize is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Choice Bank LTD take in Belize?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Choice Bank LTD in Belize?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Belize with transfer services before you send.
Is CHOIBZBZ and CHOIBZBZXXX the same code?
Yes. CHOIBZBZ is the short version of CHOIBZBZXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Choice Bank LTD in Belize City.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.