SWIFT/BIC code FCIBBBBBXXX
FCIBBBBBXXX belongs to Firstcaribbean International Bank Limited in St. Michael, Barbados.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCIBBBBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCIBBBBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Firstcaribbean International Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Michael |
| Country | Barbados |
The way the Firstcaribbean International Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FCIB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB 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 is behind SWIFT code FCIBBBBBXXX?
FCIBBBBBXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Firstcaribbean International Bank Limited in St. Michael, Barbados. It is the code to use when a payment to Firstcaribbean International Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of FCIBBBBBXXX stand for?
FCIB is the bank code of Firstcaribbean International Bank Limited, BB stands for Barbados, BB is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Firstcaribbean International Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FCIBBBBBXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Barbados is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Firstcaribbean International Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Barbados with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Firstcaribbean International Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter FCIBBBBBXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check FCIBBBBBXXX against the details from Firstcaribbean International Bank Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.