SWIFT/BIC code SVBKUS6AXXX
SVBKUS6AXXX belongs to Silicon Valley Bank in Santa Clara,ca, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SVBKUS6AXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SVBKUS6A |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Silicon Valley Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Santa Clara,ca |
| Country | United States |
The way the Silicon Valley Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SVBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 6A 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 is behind BIC SVBKUS6AXXX?
The code SVBKUS6AXXX belongs to the headquarters of Silicon Valley Bank in Santa Clara,ca, United States. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Silicon Valley Bank.
How long does it take to send money to Silicon Valley Bank in United States?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in SVBKUS6AXXX stand for?
SVBK is the institution code of Silicon Valley Bank, US is the ISO code of United States, 6A is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Silicon Valley Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SVBKUS6AXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United States uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use SVBKUS6AXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SVBKUS6AXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are SVBKUS6A and SVBKUS6AXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SVBKUS6A is the short version of SVBKUS6AXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Silicon Valley Bank in Santa Clara,ca.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.