SWIFT code

International transfer address

A SWIFT code is an 8- to 11-character identifier that routes international bank transfers to the correct financial institution.

SWIFT stands for Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication, the network that handles cross-border payments.

When wiring money internationally, you'll need the recipient bank's SWIFT code along with the account number: What's your bank's SWIFT code?

Also called a BIC (Bank Identifier Code).

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