SWIFT/BIC code ESJAISREXXX
ESJAISREXXX belongs to Arion Bank in Reykjavik, Iceland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESJAISREXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESJAISRE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Arion Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Reykjavik |
| Country | Iceland |
How the Arion Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ESJA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RE 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
What bank uses BIC ESJAISREXXX?
The code ESJAISREXXX belongs to the head office of Arion Bank in Reykjavik, Iceland. It is the code to use when a payment to Arion Bank does not need a specific branch.
Are ESJAISRE and ESJAISREXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. ESJAISRE is the 8-character version of ESJAISREXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Arion Bank in Reykjavik.
How long does it take to send money to Arion Bank?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ESJAISREXXX for a euro transfer to Iceland?
Iceland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need ESJAISREXXX.
What happens if I enter ESJAISREXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ESJAISREXXX against the details from Arion Bank before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Arion Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iceland with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.