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  1. What does the abbreviation 'BIC' stand for?

    Answer: Bank Identifier Code

    BIC stands for Bank Identifier Code, also known as a SWIFT code.

  2. In a SWIFT code, what do the first four characters represent?

    Answer: The bank or institution

    The first four letters of a SWIFT code are the bank (institution) code.

  3. In a SWIFT code, which characters indicate the country?

    Answer: Characters 5 and 6

    Characters 5 and 6 of a SWIFT code are the two-letter ISO country code.

  4. Which document is the most reliable place to find both routing and account numbers?

    Answer: A monthly bank statement or voided check

    Bank statements and voided checks reliably show your routing and account numbers.

  5. What is the equivalent of a routing number used across Europe for transfers?

    Answer: IBAN

    The IBAN (International Bank Account Number) is used to identify accounts for European transfers.

  6. If your debit card has no routing number printed on it, where should you look instead?

    Answer: Your check, bank app, or statement

    Routing numbers are not printed on debit cards; use a check, the bank app, or a statement.

  7. What kind of characters are valid in a SWIFT/BIC code?

    Answer: Letters and numbers (alphanumeric)

    SWIFT/BIC codes are alphanumeric, combining letters and digits.