SWIFT/BIC code ELIRPRSJXXX
ELIRPRSJXXX belongs to Elite International Bank in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ELIRPRSJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ELIRPRSJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Elite International Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | San Juan |
| Country | Puerto Rico |
How the Elite International Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ELIR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SJ 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 uses BIC ELIRPRSJXXX?
The code ELIRPRSJXXX belongs to the headquarters of Elite International Bank in San Juan, Puerto Rico. It is the code to use when a payment to Elite International Bank does not need a specific branch.
Is ELIRPRSJ and ELIRPRSJXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ELIRPRSJ is the 8-character version of ELIRPRSJXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Elite International Bank in San Juan.
How long does a transfer to Elite International Bank take in Puerto Rico?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Elite International Bank in Puerto Rico?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in ELIRPRSJXXX mean?
ELIR is the bank code of Elite International Bank, PR is the ISO code of Puerto Rico, SJ is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Elite International Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ELIRPRSJXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Puerto Rico uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.