SWIFT/BIC code PBANCY2NXXX
PBANCY2NXXX belongs to Privatbank, Cyprus Branch in Nicosia (Lefkosia), Cyprus.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PBANCY2NXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PBANCY2N |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Privatbank, Cyprus Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nicosia (Lefkosia) |
| Country | Cyprus |
The way the Privatbank, Cyprus Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PBAN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2N 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 PBANCY2NXXX?
PBANCY2NXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Privatbank, Cyprus Branch in Nicosia (Lefkosia), Cyprus. Use it when a payment to Privatbank, Cyprus Branch does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in PBANCY2NXXX stand for?
PBAN is the institution code of Privatbank, Cyprus Branch, CY is the ISO code of Cyprus, 2N is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Privatbank, Cyprus Branch?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is PBANCY2N and PBANCY2NXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. PBANCY2N is the short version of PBANCY2NXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Privatbank, Cyprus Branch in Nicosia (Lefkosia).
How long does it take to send money to Privatbank, Cyprus Branch?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need PBANCY2NXXX for a euro transfer to Cyprus?
Cyprus belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need PBANCY2NXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.