SWIFT/BIC code FIRBIL21XXX
FIRBIL21XXX belongs to The First International Bank of Israel LTD in Tel-Aviv, Israel.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FIRBIL21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FIRBIL21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The First International Bank of Israel LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tel-Aviv |
| Country | Israel |
The way the The First International Bank of Israel LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FIRB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IL 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 SWIFT/BIC code FIRBIL21XXX?
FIRBIL21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of The First International Bank of Israel LTD in Tel-Aviv, Israel. Use it when a payment to The First International Bank of Israel LTD does not need a specific branch.
Does The First International Bank of Israel LTD have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for The First International Bank of Israel LTD in Israel. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to The First International Bank of Israel LTD in Israel?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Israel with transfer services before you send.
Are FIRBIL21 and FIRBIL21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. FIRBIL21 is the 8-character version of FIRBIL21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to The First International Bank of Israel LTD in Tel-Aviv.
What happens if I enter FIRBIL21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check FIRBIL21XXX against the details from The First International Bank of Israel LTD before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at The First International Bank of Israel LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FIRBIL21XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Israel is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.