SWIFT/BIC code BGALPTTGBAC
BGALPTTGBAC belongs to Banco de Portugal in Lisbon, Portugal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BGALPTTGBAC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BGALPTTG |
| Branch code | BAC |
| Bank | Banco de Portugal |
| Branch | Bp-Back-Office |
| City | Lisbon |
| Country | Portugal |
The way the Banco de Portugal SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BGAL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TG Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BAC 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BGALPTTGBAC?
BGALPTTGBAC identifies Bp-Back-Office, a branch or department of Banco de Portugal in Lisbon, Portugal. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Banco de Portugal got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 16 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco de Portugal in Portugal, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banco de Portugal.
Can I use BGALPTTG instead of BGALPTTGBAC?
BGALPTTG is the main office of Banco de Portugal, while BGALPTTGBAC points to Bp-Back-Office. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BGALPTTGBAC if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need BGALPTTGBAC to send euros to Portugal?
Portugal belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BGALPTTGBAC.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Portugal take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Banco de Portugal in Portugal?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.