SWIFT/BIC code FCIBKNSKXXX
FCIBKNSKXXX belongs to Firstcaribbean International Bank (Barbados) Limited in Basseterre, St. Kitts & Nevis.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCIBKNSKXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCIBKNSK |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Firstcaribbean International Bank (Barbados) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Basseterre |
| Country | St. Kitts & Nevis |
How the Firstcaribbean International Bank (Barbados) 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.
- KN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SK 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code FCIBKNSKXXX?
The code FCIBKNSKXXX belongs to the head office of Firstcaribbean International Bank (Barbados) Limited in Basseterre, St. Kitts & Nevis. Use it when you send money to an account at Firstcaribbean International Bank (Barbados) Limited.
What happens if I use FCIBKNSKXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check FCIBKNSKXXX against the details from Firstcaribbean International Bank (Barbados) Limited before sending.
Is FCIBKNSK and FCIBKNSKXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. FCIBKNSK is the short version of FCIBKNSKXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Firstcaribbean International Bank (Barbados) Limited in Basseterre.
What is the best way to send money to Firstcaribbean International Bank (Barbados) Limited in St. Kitts & Nevis?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in St. Kitts & Nevis with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Firstcaribbean International Bank (Barbados) Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Firstcaribbean International Bank (Barbados) Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, FCIBKNSKXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Firstcaribbean International Bank (Barbados) Limited in St. Kitts & Nevis, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.