BankCodeKit

BIC tool

BIC/SWIFT Checker

Check BIC format locally and review the visible code segments. Format match only. No upload, no login, no storage.

Format-only check

Check a BIC

Check an 8 or 11 character BIC and parse its visible segments.

Spaces are ignored. Format match only; directory status and Swift network connectivity are not checked.

No BIC checked yet. Enter an 8 or 11 character code or use a format example.

No BIC checked yet

Enter a BIC/SWIFT-style value or use a format example. This checks visible structure only.

How the BIC checker works

The checker removes spaces, uppercases letters, checks length, and parses the business party prefix, country code, location/business party suffix, and optional branch identifier.

What this tool checks

  • Whether the BIC is 8 or 11 characters long.
  • Whether the value uses allowed letters and digits.
  • Whether the business party prefix is 4 alphanumeric characters.
  • Whether the country code is 2 alphabetic characters.
  • Whether the location/business party suffix is 2 alphanumeric characters.
  • Whether the optional branch identifier is 3 alphanumeric characters.

What this tool does not check

  • It does not confirm that a bank exists.
  • It does not confirm BIC directory status or Swift network connectivity.
  • It does not use a licensed BIC directory.
  • It does not confirm sanctions status, fraud risk, payment readiness, or payment success.

FAQ

What is the difference between BIC8 and BIC11?

BIC8 contains the business party prefix, country code, and location/business party suffix. BIC11 also includes a three-character branch identifier.

Does this prove the BIC is active?

No. This page checks format only. Directory status and Swift network connectivity are not checked.

Is the value sent to a server?

No. The check runs locally in your browser with no login or storage.

Sources and update note

BankCodeKit uses visible BIC/SWIFT format rules only and checks them locally in the browser. It does not use a licensed BIC directory and does not confirm directory status, bank existence, or Swift network connectivity. The official Swift BIC / ISO 9362 information is used as a reference source, and periodic review does not imply live directory accuracy.

BankCodeKit validates format and reference data only. It does not confirm account existence, account ownership, bank connectivity, sanctions status, fraud risk, payment readiness, or payment success.

Last reviewed: 2026-05-15 Sources: Swift BIC / ISO 9362 information Reference data is reviewed periodically. BankCodeKit does not perform live bank, account, sanctions, or payment-network verification.