SWIFT/BIC code PRMKCRSJXXX
PRMKCRSJXXX belongs to Banco Promerica in San Jose, Costa Rica.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PRMKCRSJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PRMKCRSJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Promerica |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | San Jose |
| Country | Costa Rica |
How the Banco Promerica SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PRMK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SJ 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 PRMKCRSJXXX?
The code PRMKCRSJXXX belongs to the head office of Banco Promerica in San Jose, Costa Rica. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco Promerica.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Promerica in Costa Rica?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Costa Rica with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is PRMKCRSJ and PRMKCRSJXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. PRMKCRSJ is the short version of PRMKCRSJXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Banco Promerica in San Jose.
How long does a transfer to Banco Promerica take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of PRMKCRSJXXX mean?
PRMK is the bank code of Banco Promerica, CR stands for Costa Rica, SJ is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Promerica?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PRMKCRSJXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Costa Rica uses international SWIFT transfers, 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.