SWIFT/BIC code NBCPSSJ1XXX

NBCPSSJ1XXX belongs to National Commercial Bank PLC in Juba, South Sudan.

NBCPSSJ1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNBCPSSJ1XXX
8-character codeNBCPSSJ1
Branch codeXXX
BankNational Commercial Bank PLC
BranchHead office
CityJuba
CountrySouth Sudan

The way the National Commercial Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

NBCP Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
SS Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
J1 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NBCPSSJ1XXX?

NBCPSSJ1XXX identifies the headquarters of National Commercial Bank PLC in Juba, South Sudan. It is the code to use when a payment to National Commercial Bank PLC does not need a specific branch.

Are NBCPSSJ1 and NBCPSSJ1XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. NBCPSSJ1 is the 8-character version of NBCPSSJ1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to National Commercial Bank PLC in Juba.

What is the best way to send money to National Commercial Bank PLC in South Sudan?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in South Sudan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter NBCPSSJ1XXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBCPSSJ1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in NBCPSSJ1XXX stand for?

NBCP is the bank code of National Commercial Bank PLC, SS stands for South Sudan, J1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at National Commercial Bank PLC?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBCPSSJ1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. South Sudan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.