SWIFT/BIC code IRCEIE2DIRC
IRCEIE2DIRC belongs to Central Bank of Ireland in Dublin, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IRCEIE2DIRC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IRCEIE2D |
| Branch code | IRC |
| Bank | Central Bank of Ireland |
| Branch | Irish Electronic Clearing |
| City | Dublin |
| Country | Ireland |
The way the Central Bank of Ireland SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- IRC 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 branch is behind SWIFT code IRCEIE2DIRC?
The code IRCEIE2DIRC belongs to Irish Electronic Clearing, part of Central Bank of Ireland in Dublin, Ireland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Central Bank of Ireland take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need IRCEIE2DIRC for a euro transfer to Ireland?
Ireland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need IRCEIE2DIRC.
What happens if I enter IRCEIE2DIRC incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check IRCEIE2DIRC against the details from Central Bank of Ireland before sending.
What do the letters in IRCEIE2DIRC mean?
IRCE is the institution code of Central Bank of Ireland, IE stands for Ireland, 2D is the code for the city or region and IRC is the code of the branch Irish Electronic Clearing.
Can I use IRCEIE2D instead of IRCEIE2DIRC?
IRCEIE2D points to the head office of Central Bank of Ireland, while IRCEIE2DIRC points to Irish Electronic Clearing. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention IRCEIE2DIRC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.