SWIFT/BIC code SALJJMK1XXX
SALJJMK1XXX belongs to Sagicor Life Jamaica Limited in Kingston, Jamaica.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SALJJMK1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SALJJMK1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sagicor Life Jamaica Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kingston |
| Country | Jamaica |
The way the Sagicor Life Jamaica Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SALJ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JM 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
What bank is behind BIC SALJJMK1XXX?
SALJJMK1XXX identifies the headquarters of Sagicor Life Jamaica Limited in Kingston, Jamaica. It is the code to use when a payment to Sagicor Life Jamaica Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Sagicor Life Jamaica Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Jamaica with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are SALJJMK1 and SALJJMK1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SALJJMK1 is the short version of SALJJMK1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Sagicor Life Jamaica Limited in Kingston.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Sagicor Life Jamaica Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SALJJMK1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Jamaica uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in SALJJMK1XXX mean?
SALJ is the institution code of Sagicor Life Jamaica Limited, JM stands for Jamaica, K1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
How long does a transfer to Sagicor Life Jamaica Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.