RBNKKNSK — REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED
RBNKKNSK is the SWIFT/BIC code for REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED in BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
RBNKKNSK is the SWIFT/BIC code for REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED in BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED |
| Country | Saint Kitts and Nevis (KN) |
| Location Code | SK |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code RBNKKNSK belong to?
The SWIFT code RBNKKNSK identifies REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED in BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code RBNKKNSK mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of RBNKKNSK are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (RBNK) represent the bank code for REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED; characters 5-6 (KN) indicate the country code for Saint Kitts and Nevis; characters 7-8 (SK) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code RBNKKNSK active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) RBNKKNSK is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'SK' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code RBNKKNSK instead of RBNKKNSK?
Yes. The 8-character code RBNKKNSK represents the primary headquarters of REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED. The 11-character code RBNKKNSK targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to RBNKKNSK (or RBNKKNSKXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to RBNKKNSK?
The physical address registered for RBNKKNSK is: FORT STREET, KN0104, BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis. 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).