SWIFT/BIC code BCPAPYPXGON
BCPAPYPXGON belongs to Banco Central del Paraguay in Asuncion, Paraguay.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCPAPYPXGON |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCPAPYPX |
| Branch code | GON |
| Bank | Banco Central del Paraguay |
| Branch | Operaciones Nacionales - Dpto. de Credito y Ctas. Ctes. |
| 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).
- PX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GON 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 branch uses BIC BCPAPYPXGON?
The code BCPAPYPXGON belongs to Operaciones Nacionales - Dpto. de Credito y Ctas. Ctes., a branch or department of Banco Central del Paraguay in Asuncion, Paraguay. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BCPAPYPXGON mean?
BCPA is the institution code of Banco Central del Paraguay, PY is the ISO code of Paraguay, PX is the code for the city or region and GON identifies the department Operaciones Nacionales - Dpto. de Credito y Ctas. Ctes..
What is the best way to send money to Banco Central del Paraguay?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Paraguay with specialist providers before you send.
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.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Central del Paraguay in Paraguay?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco Central del Paraguay?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCPAPYPXGON, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Paraguay is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.