SWIFT/BIC code CITIBRSPSEC

CITIBRSPSEC belongs to Citibank N.a. in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

CITIBRSPSEC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCITIBRSPSEC
8-character codeCITIBRSP
Branch codeSEC
BankCitibank N.a.
BranchInternational Security
CitySao Paulo
CountryBrazil

The way the Citibank N.a. SWIFT/BIC is built up

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

CITI Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
BR Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
SP Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
SEC 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CITIBRSPSEC?

CITIBRSPSEC is the SWIFT/BIC code of International Security, a unit of Citibank N.a. in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of CITIBRSPSEC mean?

CITI is the bank code of Citibank N.a., BR stands for Brazil, SP is the code for the city or region and SEC identifies the branch International Security.

Which details do I need to send money to an account at Citibank N.a.?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code CITIBRSPSEC, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Brazil is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

Can I use CITIBRSP instead of CITIBRSPSEC?

CITIBRSP is the head office of Citibank N.a., while CITIBRSPSEC points to International Security. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CITIBRSPSEC.

How long does a transfer to Citibank N.a. take?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What happens if I use CITIBRSPSEC with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CITIBRSPSEC with the recipient before you confirm.

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