First Investment Bank Albania SWIFT code is the official identifier for First Investment Bank–Albania Sh.A. (Fibank Albania). The 8-character version is FINVALTR, while the full 11-character format is FINVALTRXXX. Sometimes it may appear as FINVALTR XXX, but the correct form is always FINVALTRXXX without spaces.
The registered head-office address for this SWIFT code is:
First Investment Bank–Albania Sh.A., Twin Towers No.2, Boulevard Dëshmorët e Kombit, Tirana, Albania.
A SWIFT/BIC code is structured into four segments:
- FINV → bank code (First Investment Bank)
- AL → country code (Albania)
- TR → location code (Tirana)
- XXX → branch code (head office)
From this breakdown, FINVALTR identifies First Investment Bank Albania in Tirana. Adding XXX makes it the complete 11-character head-office SWIFT code: FINVALTRXXX.
Quick reference (copy-ready):
- 8-character SWIFT/BIC: FINVALTR
- 11-character SWIFT/BIC: FINVALTRXXX
- Bank: First Investment Bank–Albania Sh.A. (Fibank Albania)
- Address: Twin Towers No.2, Boulevard Dëshmorët e Kombit, Tirana, Albania
- Usage: International transfers to or from Fibank Albania accounts
When to use it
Use the First Investment Bank Albania SWIFT code whenever you are sending money internationally to a Fibank Albania account or receiving funds from abroad.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Writing the SWIFT code with spaces (always use FINVALTRXXX, not “FINVALTR XXX”).
- Confusing Fibank Albania with Fibank Bulgaria, which has a different SWIFT code.
- Using only the 8-character version when the 11-character format is required.
Step-by-step guide to making a transfer with Fibank Albania SWIFT code
- Confirm the recipient’s full account name and Fibank Albania account number.
- Enter the SWIFT code: FINVALTR (8-character) or FINVALTRXXX (11-character).
- Provide the registered bank address: Twin Towers No.2, Boulevard Dëshmorët e Kombit, Tirana, Albania.
- Choose your transfer currency (EUR, USD, GBP, etc.).
- Decide who will cover the transfer charges (sender, recipient, or shared).
- Clearly state the purpose of the transfer (e.g., remittance, tuition, business).
- Double-check all information before confirming the transfer.
- Save your confirmation slip and provide the transaction reference to the recipient.
Final checklist
✔ Recipient’s account details correct
✔ Correct SWIFT code entered (FINVALTR or FINVALTRXXX)
✔ Bank address provided if required
✔ Purpose of payment clearly stated
✔ Fees arrangement agreed
By using the First Investment Bank Albania SWIFT code correctly, you ensure that international transfers are processed securely, efficiently, and without unnecessary delays.
