SWIFT/BIC code BCPAPYPDXXX
BCPAPYPDXXX belongs to Banco Central del Paraguay in Asuncion, Paraguay.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCPAPYPDXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCPAPYPD |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Central del Paraguay |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Asuncion |
| Country | Paraguay |
How the Banco Central del Paraguay SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- PD 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/BIC code BCPAPYPDXXX?
BCPAPYPDXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banco Central del Paraguay in Asuncion, Paraguay. Use it when a payment to Banco Central del Paraguay does not need a specific branch.
Has Banco Central del Paraguay got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Central del Paraguay in Paraguay, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in BCPAPYPDXXX stand for?
BCPA is the bank code of Banco Central del Paraguay, PY is the ISO code of Paraguay, PD is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Central del Paraguay?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCPAPYPDXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Paraguay is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Banco Central del Paraguay take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Are BCPAPYPD and BCPAPYPDXXX the same code?
Yes. BCPAPYPD is the short version of BCPAPYPDXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version 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.