SWIFT/BIC code BACUPAPAXXX
BACUPAPAXXX belongs to Scotiabank (Panama) S.A. (Formerly Banco Citibank (Panama), S.A.) in Panama, Panama.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BACUPAPAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BACUPAPA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Scotiabank (Panama) S.A. (Formerly Banco Citibank (Panama), S.A.) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Panama |
| Country | Panama |
The way the Scotiabank (Panama) S.A. (Formerly Banco Citibank (Panama), S.A.) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BACU Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which institution uses BIC BACUPAPAXXX?
The code BACUPAPAXXX belongs to the head office of Scotiabank (Panama) S.A. (Formerly Banco Citibank (Panama), S.A.) in Panama, Panama. It is the code to use when a payment to Scotiabank (Panama) S.A. (Formerly Banco Citibank (Panama), S.A.) does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BACUPAPAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BACUPAPAXXX against the details from Scotiabank (Panama) S.A. (Formerly Banco Citibank (Panama), S.A.) before you confirm.
Are BACUPAPA and BACUPAPAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BACUPAPA is the short version of BACUPAPAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Scotiabank (Panama) S.A. (Formerly Banco Citibank (Panama), S.A.) in Panama.
What do the letters in BACUPAPAXXX mean?
BACU is the institution code of Scotiabank (Panama) S.A. (Formerly Banco Citibank (Panama), S.A.), PA is the ISO code of Panama, PA is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Scotiabank (Panama) S.A. (Formerly Banco Citibank (Panama), S.A.)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BACUPAPAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Panama is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Scotiabank (Panama) S.A. (Formerly Banco Citibank (Panama), S.A.)?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.