SWIFT/BIC code FRIPSVS1XXX
FRIPSVS1XXX belongs to Fitch Centroamerica (El Salvador Branch of Panamanian Entity) in San Salvador, El Salvador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FRIPSVS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FRIPSVS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Fitch Centroamerica (El Salvador Branch of Panamanian Entity) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | San Salvador |
| Country | El Salvador |
The way the Fitch Centroamerica (El Salvador Branch of Panamanian Entity) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FRIP Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SV Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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/BIC code FRIPSVS1XXX?
The code FRIPSVS1XXX belongs to the head office of Fitch Centroamerica (El Salvador Branch of Panamanian Entity) in San Salvador, El Salvador. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Fitch Centroamerica (El Salvador Branch of Panamanian Entity).
What is the cheapest way to send money to Fitch Centroamerica (El Salvador Branch of Panamanian Entity) in El Salvador?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use FRIPSVS1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check FRIPSVS1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Fitch Centroamerica (El Salvador Branch of Panamanian Entity) use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – FRIPSVS1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Fitch Centroamerica (El Salvador Branch of Panamanian Entity) in El Salvador, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Fitch Centroamerica (El Salvador Branch of Panamanian Entity) in El Salvador?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Are FRIPSVS1 and FRIPSVS1XXX the same code?
Yes. FRIPSVS1 is the 8-character version of FRIPSVS1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Fitch Centroamerica (El Salvador Branch of Panamanian Entity) in San Salvador.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.