SWIFT/BIC code GLITISREXXX
GLITISREXXX belongs to Islandsbanki Hf in Kopavogur, Iceland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GLITISREXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GLITISRE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Islandsbanki Hf |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kopavogur |
| Country | Iceland |
How the Islandsbanki Hf SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GLIT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RE 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 GLITISREXXX?
The code GLITISREXXX belongs to the main office of Islandsbanki Hf in Kopavogur, Iceland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Islandsbanki Hf.
What is the best way to send money to Islandsbanki Hf in Iceland?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Iceland with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Islandsbanki Hf in Iceland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GLITISREXXX to send euros to Iceland?
Iceland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need GLITISREXXX.
Is GLITISRE and GLITISREXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. GLITISRE is the 8-character version of GLITISREXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Islandsbanki Hf in Kopavogur.
What happens if I enter GLITISREXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GLITISREXXX against the details from Islandsbanki Hf before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.