SWIFT/BIC code SISLISREASA
SISLISREASA belongs to Central Bank of Iceland in Reykjavik, Iceland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SISLISREASA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SISLISRE |
| Branch code | ASA |
| Bank | Central Bank of Iceland |
| Branch | Technical Code 2 |
| City | Reykjavik |
| Country | Iceland |
The way the Central Bank of Iceland SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SISL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RE Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- ASA 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 is behind SWIFT code SISLISREASA?
SISLISREASA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Technical Code 2, a branch or department of Central Bank of Iceland in Reykjavik, Iceland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SISLISRE instead of SISLISREASA?
SISLISRE is the head office of Central Bank of Iceland, while SISLISREASA points to Technical Code 2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SISLISREASA if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Central Bank of Iceland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Iceland with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Central Bank of Iceland have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Central Bank of Iceland in Iceland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use SISLISREASA incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SISLISREASA with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of SISLISREASA mean?
SISL is the institution code of Central Bank of Iceland, IS is the ISO code of Iceland, RE is the code for the city or region and ASA is the code of the department Technical Code 2.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.