SWIFT/BIC code BCOMPTPLLES
BCOMPTPLLES belongs to Banco Comercial Portugues in Lisbon, Portugal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCOMPTPLLES |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCOMPTPL |
| Branch code | LES |
| Bank | Banco Comercial Portugues |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lisbon |
| Country | Portugal |
How the Banco Comercial Portugues SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCOM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PL Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- LES 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
What bank uses SWIFT code BCOMPTPLLES?
The code BCOMPTPLLES belongs to Banco Comercial Portugues, a unit of Banco Comercial Portugues in Lisbon, Portugal. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BCOMPTPL instead of BCOMPTPLLES?
BCOMPTPL is the main office of Banco Comercial Portugues, while BCOMPTPLLES is Banco Comercial Portugues. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCOMPTPLLES.
Do I need BCOMPTPLLES to send euros to Portugal?
Portugal belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BCOMPTPLLES.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Comercial Portugues?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter BCOMPTPLLES incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCOMPTPLLES with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Comercial Portugues?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.