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Fix SWIFT/BIC invalid format

SWIFT/BIC codes are 8 or 11 characters: 4 bank, 2 country, 2 location, optional 3 branch. Invalid format breaks payments.

Common causes

  • Wrong length (must be 8 or 11).
  • Invalid characters (digits in bank code).
  • Country code not ISO 3166.

How to fix

  • Use 8-char (primary office) or 11-char (branch).
  • Validate with SWIFT/BIC Checker.
  • Check format: AAAA BB CC DDD.

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