SWIFT/BIC code SISLISRETIA

SISLISRETIA belongs to Central Bank of Iceland in Reykjavik, Iceland.

SISLISRETIA

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSISLISRETIA
8-character codeSISLISRE
Branch codeTIA
BankCentral Bank of Iceland
BranchTechnical Code 1
CityReykjavik
CountryIceland

The way the Central Bank of Iceland SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
TIA 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code SISLISRETIA?

SISLISRETIA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Technical Code 1, a unit of Central Bank of Iceland in Reykjavik, Iceland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Central Bank of Iceland take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need SISLISRETIA to send euros to Iceland?

Iceland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need SISLISRETIA.

What happens if I use SISLISRETIA incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SISLISRETIA with the recipient before you confirm.

Does Central Bank of Iceland have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Central Bank of Iceland in Iceland. All of them are listed on the page of Central Bank of Iceland.

What does each part of SISLISRETIA mean?

SISL is the bank code of Central Bank of Iceland, IS stands for Iceland, RE is the code for the city or region and TIA identifies the department Technical Code 1.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.