SWIFT/BIC code BANCPEPLXXX
BANCPEPLXXX belongs to Banco de la Nacion in Lima, Peru.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BANCPEPLXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BANCPEPL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco de la Nacion |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lima |
| Country | Peru |
The way the Banco de la Nacion SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BANC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PL 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 bank uses SWIFT code BANCPEPLXXX?
BANCPEPLXXX identifies the main office of Banco de la Nacion in Lima, Peru. Use it when a payment to Banco de la Nacion does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Banco de la Nacion take in Peru?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco de la Nacion?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BANCPEPLXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Peru uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BANCPEPLXXX stand for?
BANC is the institution code of Banco de la Nacion, PE is the ISO code of Peru, PL is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I use BANCPEPLXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BANCPEPLXXX against the details from Banco de la Nacion before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco de la Nacion?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Peru with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.