5 Ways to Find a Bank's SWIFT Code in 2026
1. Check the Bank's Official Website
Look under "About", "International Transfers", or "Wire Instructions" on the beneficiary bank's website. The SWIFT code, BIC code, and SWIFT/BIC code all refer to the same thing.
2. Search the Bank Name Online
Search for the bank's name plus "SWIFT code" — but only trust results from the bank's own website. For example, for Citibank NA:
Global banks like Citibank use different SWIFT codes in different countries. In the screenshot above, CITIGB2L contains "GB" — that code works only for accounts in Great Britain, not the US.
3. Ask the Beneficiary
The person or company you're paying can find their SWIFT code in their bank's mobile app or on a recent bank statement.
4. Contact the Bank Directly
Call or message the bank's customer service. This is especially useful if you already bank there. Otherwise, ask your beneficiary to contact their own bank.
5. Look It Up on Bank Pulse
Use the search above to find any SWIFT/BIC code in the Bank Pulse database. We maintain an up-to-date directory of active SWIFT codes worldwide.