SWIFT/BIC code FCIBCWCDXXX
FCIBCWCDXXX belongs to Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman LTD) Curacao Branch in Willemstad, Curaçao.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCIBCWCDXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCIBCWCD |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman LTD) Curacao Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Willemstad |
| Country | Curaçao |
How the Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman LTD) Curacao Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FCIB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CD 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 SWIFT/BIC code FCIBCWCDXXX?
FCIBCWCDXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman LTD) Curacao Branch in Willemstad, Curaçao. Use it when you send money to an account at Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman LTD) Curacao Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman LTD) Curacao Branch in Curaçao?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Curaçao with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is FCIBCWCD and FCIBCWCDXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. FCIBCWCD is the 8-character version of FCIBCWCDXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman LTD) Curacao Branch in Willemstad.
What do the letters in FCIBCWCDXXX mean?
FCIB is the institution code of Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman LTD) Curacao Branch, CW stands for Curaçao, CD is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman LTD) Curacao Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FCIBCWCDXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Curaçao is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman LTD) Curacao Branch take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. 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.