SWIFT/BIC code CIPVLCL1XXX
CIPVLCL1XXX belongs to Caribbean Private Bank Limited in Castries, St. Lucia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIPVLCL1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIPVLCL1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Caribbean Private Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Castries |
| Country | St. Lucia |
How the Caribbean Private Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CIPV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LC Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- L1 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 bank is behind BIC CIPVLCL1XXX?
CIPVLCL1XXX identifies the main office of Caribbean Private Bank Limited in Castries, St. Lucia. It is the code to use when a payment to Caribbean Private Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use CIPVLCL1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIPVLCL1XXX against the details from Caribbean Private Bank Limited before sending.
Is CIPVLCL1 and CIPVLCL1XXX the same code?
Yes. CIPVLCL1 is the 8-character version of CIPVLCL1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Caribbean Private Bank Limited in Castries.
Does Caribbean Private Bank Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CIPVLCL1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Caribbean Private Bank Limited in St. Lucia, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Caribbean Private Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Caribbean Private Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in St. Lucia 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.