SWIFT/BIC code SBAACY2IXXX
SBAACY2IXXX belongs to Banque Sba - International Banking Unit in Limassol (Lemesos), Cyprus.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBAACY2IXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBAACY2I |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Sba - International Banking Unit |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Limassol (Lemesos) |
| Country | Cyprus |
How the Banque Sba - International Banking Unit SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SBAA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2I 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code SBAACY2IXXX?
SBAACY2IXXX identifies the head office of Banque Sba - International Banking Unit in Limassol (Lemesos), Cyprus. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banque Sba - International Banking Unit.
What does each part of SBAACY2IXXX stand for?
SBAA is the bank code of Banque Sba - International Banking Unit, CY stands for Cyprus, 2I is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Sba - International Banking Unit?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is SBAACY2I and SBAACY2IXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SBAACY2I is the short version of SBAACY2IXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Banque Sba - International Banking Unit in Limassol (Lemesos).
Do I need SBAACY2IXXX to send euros to Cyprus?
Cyprus belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need SBAACY2IXXX.
What happens if I enter SBAACY2IXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SBAACY2IXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.