SWIFT/BIC code RIBKCWCUXXX
RIBKCWCUXXX belongs to Republic International Bank, N.V. in Willemstad, Curaçao.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RIBKCWCUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RIBKCWCU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Republic International Bank, N.V. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Willemstad |
| Country | Curaçao |
How the Republic International Bank, N.V. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RIBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CU 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
What bank is behind BIC RIBKCWCUXXX?
RIBKCWCUXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Republic International Bank, N.V. in Willemstad, Curaçao. Use it when you send money to an account at Republic International Bank, N.V..
What does each part of RIBKCWCUXXX mean?
RIBK is the institution code of Republic International Bank, N.V., CW stands for Curaçao, CU is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Republic International Bank, N.V.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code RIBKCWCUXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Curaçao uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Republic International Bank, N.V. take in Curaçao?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Are RIBKCWCU and RIBKCWCUXXX the same code?
Yes. RIBKCWCU is the 8-character version of RIBKCWCUXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Republic International Bank, N.V. in Willemstad.
What is the best way to send money to Republic International Bank, N.V. in Curaçao?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Curaçao with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.