SWIFT/BIC code BFIAPTPLXXX
BFIAPTPLXXX belongs to Banco Finantia S.A. in Lisbon, Portugal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BFIAPTPLXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BFIAPTPL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Finantia S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lisbon |
| Country | Portugal |
The way the Banco Finantia S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BFIA 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BFIAPTPLXXX?
BFIAPTPLXXX identifies the main office of Banco Finantia S.A. in Lisbon, Portugal. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco Finantia S.A..
What do the letters in BFIAPTPLXXX stand for?
BFIA is the bank code of Banco Finantia S.A., PT stands for Portugal, PL is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Finantia S.A.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Finantia S.A.?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BFIAPTPLXXX for a euro transfer to Portugal?
Portugal belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BFIAPTPLXXX.
Is BFIAPTPL and BFIAPTPLXXX the same code?
Yes. BFIAPTPL is the 8-character version of BFIAPTPLXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Banco Finantia S.A. in Lisbon.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.