SWIFT/BIC code BESCPTPLXXX
BESCPTPLXXX belongs to Novo Banco, SA in Lisbon, Portugal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BESCPTPLXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BESCPTPL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Novo Banco, SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lisbon |
| Country | Portugal |
The way the Novo Banco, SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BESC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PT 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code BESCPTPLXXX?
BESCPTPLXXX identifies the headquarters of Novo Banco, SA in Lisbon, Portugal. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Novo Banco, SA.
Has Novo Banco, SA got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Novo Banco, SA in Portugal. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Novo Banco, SA?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in BESCPTPLXXX mean?
BESC is the institution code of Novo Banco, SA, PT is the ISO code of Portugal, PL is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I enter BESCPTPLXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BESCPTPLXXX with the recipient before sending.
Is BESCPTPL and BESCPTPLXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BESCPTPL is the short version of BESCPTPLXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Novo Banco, SA in Lisbon.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.