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SWIFT\/BIC codes<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Use our free SWIFT code checker to quickly find or validate bank codes. Search by bank or country, or check an existing code before making international transfers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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We\u2019re working on a tool to validate and look up SWIFT\/BIC codes directly on TransferGo. In the meantime, please use IBAN.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is a SWIFT\/BIC code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A SWIFT code (also called a BIC) is a unique identifier for banks worldwide. It ensures your money reaches the right bank when you send international transfers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These codes are used in international wire transfers, SEPA payments, and cross-border transactions. Without them, payments could be delayed or misdirected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Think of it as the \u201caddress\u201d of your bank in the global financial network.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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\n\t\t\t\t\tWhy do you need a SWIFT\/BIC code?\n\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\n\t\t\t\t\tWhen you send or receive money internationally, banks use SWIFT\/BIC codes to make sure your funds reach the right place safely and securely.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll need a SWIFT\/BIC code for wire transfers, SEPA payments in Europe, and other cross-border transactions\u2014basically, any time you\u2019re sending money abroad, so your payment reaches the right bank. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using the right code prevents errors, delays, and unnecessary fees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How is a
SWIFT\/BIC code formatted?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A SWIFT\/BIC code is 8\u201311 characters long and
identifies the bank, country, location, and branch.<\/mark><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Example<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Two check digits<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AAAA – BB – CC – 123<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Bank code<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AAAA<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Country code<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BB<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Location code<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CC<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Branch code<\/p>\n\n\n\n

123<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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