SWIFT/BIC code GVLCLCLCXXX
GVLCLCLCXXX belongs to Government of Saint Lucia in Castries, St. Lucia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GVLCLCLCXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GVLCLCLC |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Government of Saint Lucia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Castries |
| Country | St. Lucia |
The way the Government of Saint Lucia SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GVLC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LC Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LC 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 institution uses BIC GVLCLCLCXXX?
GVLCLCLCXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Government of Saint Lucia in Castries, St. Lucia. Use it when a payment to Government of Saint Lucia does not need a specific branch.
Does Government of Saint Lucia have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GVLCLCLCXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Government of Saint Lucia in St. Lucia, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Government of Saint Lucia in St. Lucia?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in St. Lucia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter GVLCLCLCXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GVLCLCLCXXX with the recipient before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Government of Saint Lucia?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code GVLCLCLCXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. St. Lucia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in GVLCLCLCXXX stand for?
GVLC is the bank code of Government of Saint Lucia, LC stands for St. Lucia, LC is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.