SWIFT/BIC code IRCEIE2DGOV
IRCEIE2DGOV belongs to Central Bank of Ireland in Dublin, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IRCEIE2DGOV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IRCEIE2D |
| Branch code | GOV |
| Bank | Central Bank of Ireland |
| Branch | Government Accounts |
| City | Dublin |
| Country | Ireland |
How the Central Bank of Ireland SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IRCE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2D Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GOV 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code IRCEIE2DGOV?
IRCEIE2DGOV is the SWIFT/BIC code of Government Accounts, a unit of Central Bank of Ireland in Dublin, Ireland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Central Bank of Ireland have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 14 SWIFT/BIC codes for Central Bank of Ireland in Ireland. All of them are listed on the page of Central Bank of Ireland.
What happens if I enter IRCEIE2DGOV with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check IRCEIE2DGOV with the recipient before sending.
Can I use IRCEIE2D instead of IRCEIE2DGOV?
IRCEIE2D is the head office of Central Bank of Ireland, while IRCEIE2DGOV is Government Accounts. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention IRCEIE2DGOV.
Do I need IRCEIE2DGOV for a euro transfer to Ireland?
Ireland 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 IRCEIE2DGOV.
How long does a transfer to Central Bank of Ireland take in Ireland?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.