SWIFT/BIC code ISRAILIJXXX
ISRAILIJXXX belongs to Bank of Israel in Jerusalem, Israel.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ISRAILIJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ISRAILIJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Israel |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Jerusalem |
| Country | Israel |
The way the Bank of Israel SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ISRA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- IJ 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 SWIFT/BIC code ISRAILIJXXX?
The code ISRAILIJXXX belongs to the main office of Bank of Israel in Jerusalem, Israel. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank of Israel.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Israel?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ISRAILIJXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Israel is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of ISRAILIJXXX mean?
ISRA is the bank code of Bank of Israel, IL is the ISO code of Israel, IJ is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Does Bank of Israel have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Israel in Israel. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Israel?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Israel with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Israel in Israel?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.