SWIFT/BIC code ECCBKNSKXXX
ECCBKNSKXXX belongs to Eastern Caribbean Central Bank in Basseterre, St. Kitts & Nevis.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECCBKNSKXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECCBKNSK |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Eastern Caribbean Central Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Basseterre |
| Country | St. Kitts & Nevis |
The way the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ECCB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SK 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 ECCBKNSKXXX?
ECCBKNSKXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Eastern Caribbean Central Bank in Basseterre, St. Kitts & Nevis. It is the code to use when a payment to Eastern Caribbean Central Bank does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Eastern Caribbean Central Bank?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Eastern Caribbean Central Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ECCBKNSKXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. St. Kitts & Nevis uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in ECCBKNSKXXX stand for?
ECCB is the institution code of Eastern Caribbean Central Bank, KN is the ISO code of St. Kitts & Nevis, SK is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Eastern Caribbean Central Bank in St. Kitts & Nevis?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in St. Kitts & Nevis with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use ECCBKNSKXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ECCBKNSKXXX against the details from Eastern Caribbean Central Bank before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.