SWIFT/BIC code PICTBSNXXXX
PICTBSNXXXX belongs to Pictet Bank and Trust Limited in Nassau, Bahamas.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICTBSNXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICTBSNX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pictet Bank and Trust Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nassau |
| Country | Bahamas |
How the Pictet Bank and Trust Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PICT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NX 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 code PICTBSNXXXX?
The code PICTBSNXXXX belongs to the headquarters of Pictet Bank and Trust Limited in Nassau, Bahamas. Use it when a payment to Pictet Bank and Trust Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter PICTBSNXXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PICTBSNXXXX against the details from Pictet Bank and Trust Limited before you confirm.
Does Pictet Bank and Trust Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, PICTBSNXXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Pictet Bank and Trust Limited in Bahamas, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are PICTBSNX and PICTBSNXXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. PICTBSNX is the short version of PICTBSNXXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Pictet Bank and Trust Limited in Nassau.
How long does a transfer to Pictet Bank and Trust Limited take in Bahamas?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Pictet Bank and Trust Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PICTBSNXXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bahamas is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.