SWIFT/BIC code PVTBUS44XXX
PVTBUS44XXX belongs to Cibc Bank USA in Chicago,il, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PVTBUS44XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PVTBUS44 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cibc Bank USA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Chicago,il |
| Country | United States |
The way the Cibc Bank USA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PVTB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 44 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 is behind BIC PVTBUS44XXX?
PVTBUS44XXX identifies the head office of Cibc Bank USA in Chicago,il, United States. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Cibc Bank USA.
What happens if I use PVTBUS44XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PVTBUS44XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Cibc Bank USA use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, PVTBUS44XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Cibc Bank USA in United States, so there is no branch code to choose.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Cibc Bank USA?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PVTBUS44XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. United States is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in PVTBUS44XXX mean?
PVTB is the bank code of Cibc Bank USA, US is the ISO code of United States, 44 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Cibc Bank USA in United States?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.