SWIFT/BIC code GIRCCWCUXXX
GIRCCWCUXXX belongs to Girobank N.V. in Willemstad, Curaçao.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GIRCCWCUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GIRCCWCU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Girobank N.V. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Willemstad |
| Country | Curaçao |
The way the Girobank N.V. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GIRC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CU 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 BIC GIRCCWCUXXX?
GIRCCWCUXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Girobank N.V. in Willemstad, Curaçao. Use it when you send money to an account at Girobank N.V..
Are GIRCCWCU and GIRCCWCUXXX the same code?
Yes. GIRCCWCU is the 8-character version of GIRCCWCUXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Girobank N.V. in Willemstad.
What do the letters in GIRCCWCUXXX stand for?
GIRC is the institution code of Girobank N.V., CW is the ISO code of Curaçao, CU is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Girobank N.V.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code GIRCCWCUXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Curaçao is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Girobank N.V. take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter GIRCCWCUXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GIRCCWCUXXX against the details from Girobank N.V. before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.