SWIFT/BIC code PRVTBZBDXXX
PRVTBZBDXXX belongs to Heritage Bank Limited in Belize City, Belize.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PRVTBZBDXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PRVTBZBD |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Heritage Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Belize City |
| Country | Belize |
The way the Heritage Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PRVT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BD 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 code PRVTBZBDXXX?
The code PRVTBZBDXXX belongs to the head office of Heritage Bank Limited in Belize City, Belize. Use it when you send money to an account at Heritage Bank Limited.
What happens if I use PRVTBZBDXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PRVTBZBDXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Heritage Bank Limited in Belize?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of PRVTBZBDXXX mean?
PRVT is the institution code of Heritage Bank Limited, BZ is the ISO code of Belize, BD is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Heritage Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PRVTBZBDXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Belize uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Is PRVTBZBD and PRVTBZBDXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. PRVTBZBD is the 8-character version of PRVTBZBDXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Heritage Bank Limited in Belize City.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.