SWIFT/BIC code BCONPEPLXXX
BCONPEPLXXX belongs to Banco Continental in Lima, Peru.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCONPEPLXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCONPEPL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Continental |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lima |
| Country | Peru |
The way the Banco Continental SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCON 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 is behind SWIFT code BCONPEPLXXX?
BCONPEPLXXX identifies the headquarters of Banco Continental in Lima, Peru. Use it when a payment to Banco Continental does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Continental?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Peru with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Banco Continental have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BCONPEPLXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Continental in Peru, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Continental in Peru?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banco Continental?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCONPEPLXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Peru is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BCONPEPLXXX stand for?
BCON is the institution code of Banco Continental, PE stands for Peru, PL is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.