SWIFT Code is a unique identification code for a particular bank and it is a standard format of Bank Identifier Codes (BIC).

SWIFT Code (BIC code) is part of ISO 9362 standard. ISO 9362, also known as SWIFT-ID or SWIFT Code or BIC Code or SWIFT-BIC. ISO 9362 is approved by International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

SWIFT Codes are used for transferring money and messages between the banks.

SWIFT Code is 8 or 11 characters for a bank. If SWIFT Code is 8 character code then it points to the primary branch/office