SWIFT/BIC code CMBAAWAXXXX
CMBAAWAXXXX belongs to Caribbean Mercantile Bank N.V. in Oranjestad, Aruba.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBAAWAXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBAAWAX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Caribbean Mercantile Bank N.V. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Oranjestad |
| Country | Aruba |
How the Caribbean Mercantile Bank N.V. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CMBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AX 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 CMBAAWAXXXX?
CMBAAWAXXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Caribbean Mercantile Bank N.V. in Oranjestad, Aruba. Use it when a payment to Caribbean Mercantile Bank N.V. does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Caribbean Mercantile Bank N.V. in Aruba?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Aruba with specialist providers before you send.
Is CMBAAWAX and CMBAAWAXXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CMBAAWAX is the 8-character version of CMBAAWAXXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Caribbean Mercantile Bank N.V. in Oranjestad.
What happens if I use CMBAAWAXXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CMBAAWAXXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Caribbean Mercantile Bank N.V. use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CMBAAWAXXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Caribbean Mercantile Bank N.V. in Aruba, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Caribbean Mercantile Bank N.V. in Aruba?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.