SWIFT/BIC code CIVAPHM1XXX
CIVAPHM1XXX belongs to City Savings Bank in Cebu City, Philippines.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIVAPHM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIVAPHM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | City Savings Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Cebu City |
| Country | Philippines |
The way the City Savings Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CIVA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 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 CIVAPHM1XXX?
The code CIVAPHM1XXX belongs to the headquarters of City Savings Bank in Cebu City, Philippines. Use it when you send money to an account at City Savings Bank.
What happens if I enter CIVAPHM1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CIVAPHM1XXX against the details from City Savings Bank before you confirm.
Are CIVAPHM1 and CIVAPHM1XXX the same code?
Yes. CIVAPHM1 is the short version of CIVAPHM1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach City Savings Bank in Cebu City.
Does City Savings Bank have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CIVAPHM1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for City Savings Bank in Philippines, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to City Savings Bank in Philippines?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Philippine Peso with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at City Savings Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CIVAPHM1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Philippines uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.