SWIFT/BIC code FILBJMKNXXX
FILBJMKNXXX belongs to First Global Bank Limited in Kingston, Jamaica.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FILBJMKNXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FILBJMKN |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Global Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kingston |
| Country | Jamaica |
The way the First Global Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FILB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KN 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 uses SWIFT code FILBJMKNXXX?
FILBJMKNXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of First Global Bank Limited in Kingston, Jamaica. Use it when a payment to First Global Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
Does First Global Bank Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, FILBJMKNXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for First Global Bank Limited in Jamaica, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at First Global Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FILBJMKNXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Jamaica uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in FILBJMKNXXX mean?
FILB is the institution code of First Global Bank Limited, JM stands for Jamaica, KN is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I use FILBJMKNXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check FILBJMKNXXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to First Global Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.