RBNKVCVCSVG — REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED
RBNKVCVCSVG is the SWIFT/BIC code for REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED in KINGSTOWN, St Vincent and Grenadines — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
RBNKVCVCSVG is the SWIFT/BIC code for REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED in KINGSTOWN, St Vincent and Grenadines. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: RBNKVCVC
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED |
| Country | St Vincent and Grenadines (VC) |
| Location Code | VC |
| Branch | SETTLEMENT |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code RBNKVCVCSVG belong to?
The SWIFT code RBNKVCVCSVG identifies REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED in KINGSTOWN, St Vincent and Grenadines. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code RBNKVCVCSVG mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of RBNKVCVCSVG are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (RBNK) represent the bank code for REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED; characters 5-6 (VC) indicate the country code for St Vincent and Grenadines; characters 7-8 (VC) specify the location code; and the final characters (SVG) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code RBNKVCVCSVG active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) RBNKVCVCSVG is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'VC' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code RBNKVCVC instead of RBNKVCVCSVG?
Yes. The 8-character code RBNKVCVC represents the primary headquarters of REPUBLIC BANK (EC) LIMITED. The 11-character code RBNKVCVCSVG targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to RBNKVCVC (or RBNKVCVCXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to RBNKVCVCSVG?
The physical address registered for RBNKVCVCSVG is: 76 HALIFAX STREET, VC0100, KINGSTOWN, St Vincent and Grenadines. 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).