SWIFT/BIC code FCBKPHMMXXX
FCBKPHMMXXX belongs to First Commercial Bank, LTD., Manila Branch in Makati City, Philippines.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCBKPHMMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCBKPHMM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Commercial Bank, LTD., Manila Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Makati City |
| Country | Philippines |
The way the First Commercial Bank, LTD., Manila Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FCBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MM 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 is behind BIC FCBKPHMMXXX?
FCBKPHMMXXX identifies the headquarters of First Commercial Bank, LTD., Manila Branch in Makati City, Philippines. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at First Commercial Bank, LTD., Manila Branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at First Commercial Bank, LTD., Manila Branch?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FCBKPHMMXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Philippines uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of FCBKPHMMXXX mean?
FCBK is the institution code of First Commercial Bank, LTD., Manila Branch, PH stands for Philippines, MM is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to First Commercial Bank, LTD., Manila Branch in Philippines?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Philippine Peso with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to First Commercial Bank, LTD., Manila Branch take in Philippines?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Is FCBKPHMM and FCBKPHMMXXX the same code?
Yes. FCBKPHMM is the 8-character version of FCBKPHMMXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to First Commercial Bank, LTD., Manila Branch in Makati City.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.