SWIFT/BIC code FIRNLSMXXXX

FIRNLSMXXXX belongs to First National Bank of Lesotho in Maseru, Lesotho.

FIRNLSMXXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeFIRNLSMXXXX
8-character codeFIRNLSMX
Branch codeXXX
BankFirst National Bank of Lesotho
BranchHead office
CityMaseru
CountryLesotho

The way the First National Bank of Lesotho SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

FIRN Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
LS Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
MX 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 uses SWIFT code FIRNLSMXXXX?

The code FIRNLSMXXXX belongs to the main office of First National Bank of Lesotho in Maseru, Lesotho. Use it when a payment to First National Bank of Lesotho does not need a specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to First National Bank of Lesotho?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in South African Rand with transfer services before you send.

Are FIRNLSMX and FIRNLSMXXXX the same code?

Yes, they are. FIRNLSMX is the short version of FIRNLSMXXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to First National Bank of Lesotho in Maseru.

What happens if I enter FIRNLSMXXXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check FIRNLSMXXXX against the details from First National Bank of Lesotho before sending.

How long does a transfer to First National Bank of Lesotho take in Lesotho?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

Does First National Bank of Lesotho use only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – FIRNLSMXXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for First National Bank of Lesotho in Lesotho, 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.