SWIFT/BIC code CTASCZ22XXX
CTASCZ22XXX belongs to Banka Creditas in Olomouc, Czechia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTASCZ22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTASCZ22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banka Creditas |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Olomouc |
| Country | Czechia |
How the Banka Creditas SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CTAS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CTASCZ22XXX?
The code CTASCZ22XXX belongs to the head office of Banka Creditas in Olomouc, Czechia. It is the code to use when a payment to Banka Creditas does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Banka Creditas take in Czechia?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CTASCZ22XXX for a euro transfer to Czechia?
Czechia is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CTASCZ22XXX.
Are CTASCZ22 and CTASCZ22XXX the same code?
Yes. CTASCZ22 is the short version of CTASCZ22XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Banka Creditas in Olomouc.
What does each part of CTASCZ22XXX stand for?
CTAS is the bank code of Banka Creditas, CZ stands for Czechia, 22 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Does Banka Creditas have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CTASCZ22XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banka Creditas in Czechia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.