SWIFT / BIC Codes in Bosnia and Herzegovina
A SWIFT/BIC code is a standardized bank identifier (ISO 9362) used to route international payments. This page indexes the SWIFT/BIC codes registered to banks in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bank codes
| SWIFT / BIC | Bank | City | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAABBA2B | ADDIKO BANK A.D. | BANJA LUKA | BIC8 |
| SABRBA2B | ATOS BANK A.D. BANJA LUKA | BANJA LUKA | BIC8 |
| KOBBBA22 | BANKA POSTANSKA STEDIONICA, A.D. BANJA LUKA | BANJA LUKA | BIC8 |
| MFBLBA22 | MF BANKA A.D. BANJA LUKA | BANJA LUKA | BIC8 |
| PAVLBA22 | NASA BANKA A.D. BANJA LUKA | BANJA LUKA | BIC8 |
| RAZBBA22 | NLB BANKA A.D. BANJA LUKA | BANJA LUKA | BIC8 |
| NOBIBA22 | NOVA BANKA AD BANJALUKA | BANJA LUKA | BIC8 |
| BLBABA22 | UNICREDIT BANK A.D. BANJA LUKA (FORMER NOVA BANJALUCKA BANKA A.D. BANJA LUKA) | BANJA LUKA | BIC8 |
| UNCRBA22 | UNICREDIT BANK | MOSTAR | BIC8 |
| HAABBA22 | ADDIKO BANK DD | SARAJEVO | BIC8 |
| IKBZBA2X | ASA BANKA D.D. SARAJEVO | SARAJEVO | BIC8 |
| BBIBBA22 | BOSNA BANK INTERNATIONAL DD | SARAJEVO | BIC8 |
| CBBSBA22 | CENTRALNA BANKA BOSNE I HERCEGOVINE | SARAJEVO | BIC8 |
| CBBSBA22BDT | CENTRALNA BANKA BOSNE I HERCEGOVINE | SARAJEVO | BIC11 |
| CBBSBA22PDS | CENTRALNA BANKA BOSNE I HERCEGOVINE | SARAJEVO | BIC11 |
| CBBSBA2A | CENTRALNA BANKA BOSNE I HERCEGOVINE | SARAJEVO | BIC8 |
| IBBHBA22 | DEVELOPMENT BANK OF THE FEDERATION OF BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA | SARAJEVO | BIC8 |
| UPBKBA22 | INTESA SANPAOLO BANKA D.D. BOSNA I HERCEGOVINA | SARAJEVO | BIC8 |
| TBTUBA22 | NLB BANKA D.D., SARAJEVO | SARAJEVO | BIC8 |
| MEBBBA22 | PROCREDIT BANK D.D.SARAJEVO | SARAJEVO | BIC8 |
| RZBABA2S | RAIFFEISEN BANK D.D. BOSNA I HERCEGOVINA | SARAJEVO | BIC8 |
| ABSBBA22 | SPARKASSE BANK DD BIH | SARAJEVO | BIC8 |
| UBKSBA22 | UNION BANKA D.D. SARAJEVO | SARAJEVO | BIC8 |
| TZBBBA22 | ZIRAATBANK BH D.D. | SARAJEVO | BIC8 |
| KINBBA22 | KOMERCIJALNO-INVESTICIONA BANKA DD VELIKA KLADUSA | VELIKA KLADUSA | BIC8 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the SWIFT code format for banks in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
SWIFT/BIC codes for Bosnia and Herzegovina consist of 8 or 11 alphanumeric characters under ISO 9362. Characters 5 and 6 are 'BA', the ISO 3166-1 country code for Bosnia and Herzegovina.
How many SWIFT codes are registered for Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Our directory contains 25 SWIFT/BIC codes registered across 22 banks and 4 municipalities in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
How does interbank payment clearing work in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Domestic clearing arrangements in this country are not covered by our dataset — confirm routing details with the beneficiary bank. Outbound and inbound international wire transfers route via the SWIFT network using ISO 9362 BICs.
Do I need an IBAN as well as a SWIFT code for transfers to Bosnia and Herzegovina?
SWIFT codes identify the beneficiary bank institution, while IBANs (ISO 13616) or account numbers identify the specific account holder. For cross-border wires, both the receiving bank's BIC and customer account number are generally required.
How long do international wire transfers to Bosnia and Herzegovina take to arrive?
Cross-border transfers to Bosnia and Herzegovina typically process within 1 to 5 business days, depending on correspondent banking links, time zone cut-offs, and compliance checks.
What is the difference between an 8-character and an 11-character BIC in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
An 8-character BIC specifies an institution's primary head office in Bosnia and Herzegovina. An 11-character BIC appends a 3-character branch suffix to target a specific branch location or department.
What happens if I use an incorrect SWIFT code for a transfer to Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Using an incorrect code can delay execution, cause transaction returns, or incur administrative bounce fees from intermediary institutions. Verify all routing details with your beneficiary beforehand.
Are SWIFT codes in Bosnia and Herzegovina managed by a local central bank?
SWIFT/BIC codes are assigned and registered internationally by SWIFT as the ISO 9362 Registration Authority, not directly issued by central bank authorities unless integrated into national clearing directories.
How can I verify the correct BIC for a bank in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
You can look up the bank name and location in our Bosnia and Herzegovina directory, and confirm the exact code directly with the receiving beneficiary or branch documentation.
Where does the Bosnia and Herzegovina bank data on this directory originate?
Data for Bosnia and Herzegovina is compiled from open community BIC reference records (2024 vintage).
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362:2022: Standard for Business Identifier Codes (ISO OBP).
- 🌐 ISO 13616-1: International Bank Account Number specifications (ISO OBP).
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: ISO 9362 BIC Registration Authority (swift.com).
- 🇪🇺 European Central Bank: SEPA and European interbank integration (ECB SEPA).
- 🇪🇺 European Payments Council: SEPA payment scheme rules (EPC).
- 🏦 Bank for International Settlements: CPMI cross-border payment standards (BIS CPMI).
- 🏛️ US Treasury OFAC: Financial sanctions and wire compliance rules (US Treasury).
- 📂 swiftbic.org Data Register: Country and dataset provenance details (Data Sources).
- 🌐 World Bank Group: Payment Systems and Remittances overview (World Bank).
- 💻 Open Community BIC Compilation: MIT-licensed community repository (br99bry/swift-bank-codes).