SWIFT/BIC code BCPAPYPBXXX
BCPAPYPBXXX belongs to Banco Central del Paraguay in Asuncion, Paraguay.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCPAPYPBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCPAPYPB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Central del Paraguay |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Asuncion |
| Country | Paraguay |
The way the Banco Central del Paraguay SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCPA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PB 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
What bank uses SWIFT code BCPAPYPBXXX?
The code BCPAPYPBXXX belongs to the head office of Banco Central del Paraguay in Asuncion, Paraguay. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banco Central del Paraguay.
Does Banco Central del Paraguay have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Central del Paraguay in Paraguay, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banco Central del Paraguay.
What happens if I use BCPAPYPBXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCPAPYPBXXX against the details from Banco Central del Paraguay before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Central del Paraguay in Paraguay?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Paraguay with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Banco Central del Paraguay take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Is BCPAPYPB and BCPAPYPBXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BCPAPYPB is the 8-character version of BCPAPYPBXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Banco Central del Paraguay in Asuncion.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.