CBVSSRPASUR — CENTRALE BANK VAN SURINAME
CBVSSRPASUR is the SWIFT/BIC code for CENTRALE BANK VAN SURINAME in PARAMARIBO, Suriname — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
CBVSSRPASUR is the SWIFT/BIC code for CENTRALE BANK VAN SURINAME in PARAMARIBO, Suriname. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: CBVSSRPA
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | CENTRALE BANK VAN SURINAME |
| Country | Suriname (SR) |
| Location Code | PA |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code CBVSSRPASUR belong to?
The SWIFT code CBVSSRPASUR identifies CENTRALE BANK VAN SURINAME in PARAMARIBO, Suriname. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code CBVSSRPASUR mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of CBVSSRPASUR are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (CBVS) represent the bank code for CENTRALE BANK VAN SURINAME; characters 5-6 (SR) indicate the country code for Suriname; characters 7-8 (PA) specify the location code; and the final characters (SUR) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code CBVSSRPASUR active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) CBVSSRPASUR is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'PA' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code CBVSSRPA instead of CBVSSRPASUR?
Yes. The 8-character code CBVSSRPA represents the primary headquarters of CENTRALE BANK VAN SURINAME. The 11-character code CBVSSRPASUR targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to CBVSSRPA (or CBVSSRPAXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to CBVSSRPASUR?
The physical address registered for CBVSSRPASUR is: WATERKANT 20, PARAMARIBO, Suriname. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).