SWIFT/BIC code BCTLTLDAXXX
BCTLTLDAXXX belongs to Banking and Payments Authority of East Timor in Dili, Timor-Leste.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCTLTLDAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCTLTLDA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banking and Payments Authority of East Timor |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dili |
| Country | Timor-Leste |
The way the Banking and Payments Authority of East Timor SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCTL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DA 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 BCTLTLDAXXX?
The code BCTLTLDAXXX belongs to the headquarters of Banking and Payments Authority of East Timor in Dili, Timor-Leste. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banking and Payments Authority of East Timor.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banking and Payments Authority of East Timor?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCTLTLDAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Timor-Leste is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BCTLTLDAXXX stand for?
BCTL is the bank code of Banking and Payments Authority of East Timor, TL is the ISO code of Timor-Leste, DA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Is BCTLTLDA and BCTLTLDAXXX the same code?
Yes. BCTLTLDA is the 8-character version of BCTLTLDAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Banking and Payments Authority of East Timor in Dili.
What happens if I enter BCTLTLDAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCTLTLDAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Banking and Payments Authority of East Timor take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.