SWIFT/BIC code FCIBVGVGXXX
FCIBVGVGXXX belongs to Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman) LTD in Tortola, British Virgin Islands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCIBVGVGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCIBVGVG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tortola |
| Country | British Virgin Islands |
The way the Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman) LTD 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.
- VG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- VG 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 BIC FCIBVGVGXXX?
FCIBVGVGXXX identifies the main office of Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman) LTD in Tortola, British Virgin Islands. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman) LTD.
What does each part of FCIBVGVGXXX mean?
FCIB is the bank code of Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman) LTD, VG stands for British Virgin Islands, VG is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman) LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FCIBVGVGXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. British Virgin Islands is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman) LTD in British Virgin Islands?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter FCIBVGVGXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check FCIBVGVGXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Firstcaribbean International Bank (Cayman) LTD?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in US Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.