SWIFT/BIC code FCIBJM21XXX
FCIBJM21XXX belongs to Firstcaribbean International Trust and Merchant Bank (Jamaica) Limited in Kingston, Jamaica.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCIBJM21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCIBJM21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Firstcaribbean International Trust and Merchant Bank (Jamaica) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kingston |
| Country | Jamaica |
The way the Firstcaribbean International Trust and Merchant Bank (Jamaica) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FCIB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 FCIBJM21XXX?
FCIBJM21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Firstcaribbean International Trust and Merchant Bank (Jamaica) Limited in Kingston, Jamaica. It is the code to use when a payment to Firstcaribbean International Trust and Merchant Bank (Jamaica) Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Firstcaribbean International Trust and Merchant Bank (Jamaica) Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Jamaica with specialist providers before you send.
Does Firstcaribbean International Trust and Merchant Bank (Jamaica) Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – FCIBJM21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Firstcaribbean International Trust and Merchant Bank (Jamaica) Limited in Jamaica, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Firstcaribbean International Trust and Merchant Bank (Jamaica) Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of FCIBJM21XXX mean?
FCIB is the institution code of Firstcaribbean International Trust and Merchant Bank (Jamaica) Limited, JM stands for Jamaica, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Firstcaribbean International Trust and Merchant Bank (Jamaica) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FCIBJM21XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Jamaica is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.