SWIFT/BIC code ROYCBSNSPAL
ROYCBSNSPAL belongs to RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited (Formerly Known AS Royal Bank of Canada Nassau) in Nassau, Bahamas.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ROYCBSNSPAL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ROYCBSNS |
| Branch code | PAL |
| Bank | RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited (Formerly Known AS Royal Bank of Canada Nassau) |
| Branch | Palmdale Branch |
| City | Nassau |
| Country | Bahamas |
The way the RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited (Formerly Known AS Royal Bank of Canada Nassau) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ROYC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NS Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PAL 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 ROYCBSNSPAL?
The code ROYCBSNSPAL belongs to Palmdale Branch, part of RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited (Formerly Known AS Royal Bank of Canada Nassau) in Nassau, Bahamas. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited (Formerly Known AS Royal Bank of Canada Nassau)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ROYCBSNSPAL, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahamas uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited (Formerly Known AS Royal Bank of Canada Nassau)?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited (Formerly Known AS Royal Bank of Canada Nassau) in Bahamas?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Bahamas with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use ROYCBSNS instead of ROYCBSNSPAL?
ROYCBSNS points to the main office of RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited (Formerly Known AS Royal Bank of Canada Nassau), while ROYCBSNSPAL is Palmdale Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ROYCBSNSPAL if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use ROYCBSNSPAL incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ROYCBSNSPAL with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.