SWIFT/BIC code FSTISLFRXXX
FSTISLFRXXX belongs to First International Bank (Sl) Limited in Freetown, Sierra Leone.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FSTISLFRXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FSTISLFR |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First International Bank (Sl) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Freetown |
| Country | Sierra Leone |
How the First International Bank (Sl) Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FSTI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- FR 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 FSTISLFRXXX?
FSTISLFRXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of First International Bank (Sl) Limited in Freetown, Sierra Leone. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at First International Bank (Sl) Limited.
What happens if I enter FSTISLFRXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check FSTISLFRXXX against the details from First International Bank (Sl) Limited before sending.
Does First International Bank (Sl) Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – FSTISLFRXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for First International Bank (Sl) Limited in Sierra Leone, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What does each part of FSTISLFRXXX mean?
FSTI is the bank code of First International Bank (Sl) Limited, SL stands for Sierra Leone, FR is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at First International Bank (Sl) Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FSTISLFRXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Sierra Leone is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to First International Bank (Sl) Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist 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.