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SWIFTRef

SWIFTRef is the official reference data utility service provided by SWIFT, compiling the master directories of BICs, IBAN structures, national clearing codes, and bank hierarchies. It is the primary global ledger used by banks to validate payment routing details.

Aliases: SWIFT reference directory

Standards & Citations

  • 🌐 ISO 9362 / ISO 13616: International standards for financial identifiers (ISO OBP).
  • 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: Designated ISO registration authority (swift.com).
  • 📂 swiftbic.org Data Register: Provenance registry for bank code data (Data Sources).

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