TROWUS33CUS — T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES INC.
TROWUS33CUS is the SWIFT/BIC code for T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES INC. in BALTIMORE, MD, United States — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: TROWUS33
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES INC. |
| Country | United States (US) |
| Location Code | 33 |
| Branch | CUSTODY RECON |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code TROWUS33CUS belong to?
The SWIFT code TROWUS33CUS identifies T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES INC. in BALTIMORE, MD, United States. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code TROWUS33CUS mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of TROWUS33CUS are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (TROW) represent the bank code for T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES INC.; characters 5-6 (US) indicate the country code for United States; characters 7-8 (33) specify the location code; and the final characters (CUS) designate the specific branch.
Is TROWUS33CUS a valid SWIFT/BIC code?
TROWUS33CUS is formatted as a valid ISO 9362 Business Identifier Code and is listed in our reference directory for T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES INC. in BALTIMORE, MD, United States. Our directory records come from an open community compilation last updated in 2024, so listing is not confirmation of current status — SWIFT does not publish a free live status feed. Always confirm the code with the beneficiary bank before sending funds.
Where is the registered head office for T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES INC.?
T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES INC. is registered in BALTIMORE, MD, United States. While specific street-level coordinates are not published for this record, payments route to its registered municipality in United States.
What is the difference between an 8-character and an 11-character BIC?
An 8-character BIC (BIC8) identifies an institution's primary head office, while an 11-character BIC (BIC11) specifies a distinct branch or department. Appending 'XXX' to TROWUS33 forms the conventional head-office branch suffix; both formats route validly on the network.
Which branch does TROWUS33CUS identify?
TROWUS33CUS identifies the CUS branch of T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES INC. in BALTIMORE, MD, United States. The branch code characters 'CUS' target this specific clearing node directly within T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES INC.'s branch network.
Do I need an IBAN as well as TROWUS33CUS?
SWIFT codes like TROWUS33CUS identify the bank institution, while IBANs (ISO 13616) identify the individual customer account. Within SEPA (ECB SEPA), IBANs are sufficient for routing; outside SEPA, both SWIFT BIC and account number are typically required.
What happens if I use the wrong SWIFT/BIC code?
Using an incorrect code can delay transfers, cause payment returns, or route funds to an incorrect institution. Correspondent banks along the route may charge return processing fees, and currency conversion losses may occur. Always verify details with the beneficiary.
How long does a payment using TROWUS33CUS take to arrive?
International SWIFT wires typically settle within 1 to 5 business days, depending on time zones, clearing cut-offs, correspondent hops (BIS CPMI), and compliance checks.
Why does my payment need an intermediary or correspondent bank?
When sending and receiving banks lack direct clearing accounts, transfers route through intermediary correspondent banks (BIS CPMI) that maintain shared Nostro/Vostro accounts. Each hop may deduct a handling fee.
Is TROWUS33CUS the same as a domestic clearing code in United States?
No. TROWUS33CUS is an international ISO 9362 SWIFT BIC. Domestic transfers in United States clear through undefined under [object Object] oversight (primary currency: USD). SWIFT BICs route cross-border transactions.
How current is the information on this page?
This record is sourced from an open community BIC compilation (2024 vintage). For full data provenance, see our Data Sources Register.
What should I do before sending money to this bank?
Confirm the exact BIC and account details directly with your beneficiary, verify beneficiary bank name match, and beware of invoice fraud. Reference directories are for verification support.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362:2022: International standard for Business Identifier Codes (ISO OBP).
- 🌐 ISO 13616-1: International Bank Account Number specifications (ISO OBP).
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: Designated ISO 9362 registration authority (swift.com).
- 🇪🇺 European Central Bank (ECB): SEPA clearing framework and standards (ECB SEPA).
- 🇪🇺 European Payments Council (EPC): SEPA rulebooks and guidelines (EPC).
- 🏦 Bank for International Settlements (BIS): CPMI cross-border payments standards (BIS CPMI).
- 🏛️ US Treasury OFAC: Financial sanctions and wire compliance oversight (US Treasury).
- 📂 swiftbic.org Data Register: Record-level provenance and dataset coverage (Data Sources).
- 🏦 Federal Reserve Services: US E-Payments routing number directory (FRB Services).
- 💻 Open Community BIC Compilation: MIT-licensed community repository (br99bry/swift-bank-codes).