SWIFT/BIC code CTBLBBBBXXX
CTBLBBBBXXX belongs to Cidel Bank and Trust Inc. in St. Michael, Barbados.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTBLBBBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTBLBBBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cidel Bank and Trust Inc. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Michael |
| Country | Barbados |
The way the Cidel Bank and Trust Inc. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CTBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB 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 BIC CTBLBBBBXXX?
CTBLBBBBXXX identifies the main office of Cidel Bank and Trust Inc. in St. Michael, Barbados. It is the code to use when a payment to Cidel Bank and Trust Inc. does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Cidel Bank and Trust Inc.?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Barbados with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Cidel Bank and Trust Inc.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CTBLBBBBXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Barbados uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in CTBLBBBBXXX mean?
CTBL is the bank code of Cidel Bank and Trust Inc., BB is the ISO code of Barbados, BB is the location code and XXX means the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Cidel Bank and Trust Inc.?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Cidel Bank and Trust Inc. have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CTBLBBBBXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Cidel Bank and Trust Inc. in Barbados, 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.