SWIFT/BIC code SAAFKYK1XXX
SAAFKYK1XXX belongs to Sark Master Fund in Georgetown, Cayman Islands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SAAFKYK1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SAAFKYK1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sark Master Fund |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Georgetown |
| Country | Cayman Islands |
The way the Sark Master Fund SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SAAF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- K1 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 SAAFKYK1XXX?
The code SAAFKYK1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Sark Master Fund in Georgetown, Cayman Islands. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Sark Master Fund.
What happens if I enter SAAFKYK1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SAAFKYK1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at Sark Master Fund?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SAAFKYK1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Cayman Islands uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of SAAFKYK1XXX stand for?
SAAF is the institution code of Sark Master Fund, KY is the ISO code of Cayman Islands, K1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Sark Master Fund?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Sark Master Fund?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Cayman Islands with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.