SWIFT/BIC code HOCUIE21XXX
HOCUIE21XXX belongs to Howth Credit Union Limited in Howth, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HOCUIE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HOCUIE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Howth Credit Union Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Howth |
| Country | Ireland |
The way the Howth Credit Union Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HOCU Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 is behind BIC HOCUIE21XXX?
HOCUIE21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Howth Credit Union Limited in Howth, Ireland. Use it when a payment to Howth Credit Union Limited does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in HOCUIE21XXX mean?
HOCU is the institution code of Howth Credit Union Limited, IE is the ISO code of Ireland, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Does Howth Credit Union Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HOCUIE21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Howth Credit Union Limited in Ireland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use HOCUIE21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HOCUIE21XXX against the details from Howth Credit Union Limited before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Howth Credit Union Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Howth Credit Union Limited take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.