SWIFT/BIC code RAIICY21XXX
RAIICY21XXX belongs to Rahim Bank LTD. in Nicosia (Lefkosia), Cyprus.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIICY21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIICY21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Rahim Bank LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nicosia (Lefkosia) |
| Country | Cyprus |
The way the Rahim Bank LTD. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RAII Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 SWIFT/BIC code RAIICY21XXX?
The code RAIICY21XXX belongs to the head office of Rahim Bank LTD. in Nicosia (Lefkosia), Cyprus. It is the code to use when a payment to Rahim Bank LTD. does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter RAIICY21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RAIICY21XXX against the details from Rahim Bank LTD. before you confirm.
Are RAIICY21 and RAIICY21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. RAIICY21 is the 8-character version of RAIICY21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Rahim Bank LTD. in Nicosia (Lefkosia).
How long does it take to send money to Rahim Bank LTD. in Cyprus?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RAIICY21XXX for a euro transfer to Cyprus?
Cyprus is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need RAIICY21XXX.
What do the letters in RAIICY21XXX mean?
RAII is the bank code of Rahim Bank LTD., CY stands for Cyprus, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.