SWIFT/BIC code MCROBSN1XXX
MCROBSN1XXX belongs to Macro Bank Limited in Nassau, Bahamas.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MCROBSN1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MCROBSN1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Macro Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nassau |
| Country | Bahamas |
How the Macro Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MCRO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- N1 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code MCROBSN1XXX?
MCROBSN1XXX identifies the headquarters of Macro Bank Limited in Nassau, Bahamas. Use it when a payment to Macro Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
Does Macro Bank Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MCROBSN1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Macro Bank Limited in Bahamas, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Macro Bank Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Is MCROBSN1 and MCROBSN1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MCROBSN1 is the short version of MCROBSN1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Macro Bank Limited in Nassau.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Macro Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MCROBSN1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahamas is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in MCROBSN1XXX stand for?
MCRO is the bank code of Macro Bank Limited, BS stands for Bahamas, N1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.