SWIFT/BIC code FOBLBSNSXXX
FOBLBSNSXXX belongs to First Overseas Bank Limited in Nassau, Bahamas.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FOBLBSNSXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FOBLBSNS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Overseas Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nassau |
| Country | Bahamas |
How the First Overseas Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FOBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NS 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 SWIFT/BIC code FOBLBSNSXXX?
FOBLBSNSXXX identifies the headquarters of First Overseas Bank Limited in Nassau, Bahamas. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at First Overseas Bank Limited.
Are FOBLBSNS and FOBLBSNSXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. FOBLBSNS is the short version of FOBLBSNSXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to First Overseas Bank Limited in Nassau.
What do the letters in FOBLBSNSXXX stand for?
FOBL is the institution code of First Overseas Bank Limited, BS is the ISO code of Bahamas, NS is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at First Overseas Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FOBLBSNSXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahamas uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to First Overseas Bank 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 faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to First Overseas Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Bahamas with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.