SWIFT/BIC code FBPRPRSJXXX
FBPRPRSJXXX belongs to Firstbank Puerto Rico in Santurce, Puerto Rico.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FBPRPRSJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FBPRPRSJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Firstbank Puerto Rico |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Santurce |
| Country | Puerto Rico |
The way the Firstbank Puerto Rico SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FBPR 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code FBPRPRSJXXX?
FBPRPRSJXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Firstbank Puerto Rico in Santurce, Puerto Rico. Use it when you send money to an account at Firstbank Puerto Rico.
What happens if I use FBPRPRSJXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check FBPRPRSJXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Is FBPRPRSJ and FBPRPRSJXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. FBPRPRSJ is the 8-character version of FBPRPRSJXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Firstbank Puerto Rico in Santurce.
What do the letters in FBPRPRSJXXX stand for?
FBPR is the institution code of Firstbank Puerto Rico, PR stands for Puerto Rico, SJ is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Firstbank Puerto Rico?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FBPRPRSJXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Puerto Rico uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Firstbank Puerto Rico take in Puerto Rico?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.