SWIFT/BIC code BGALPTTGCCB
BGALPTTGCCB belongs to Banco de Portugal in Lisbon, Portugal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BGALPTTGCCB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BGALPTTG |
| Branch code | CCB |
| Bank | Banco de Portugal |
| Branch | Bp- Ccbm |
| 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.
- CCB 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
What bank uses SWIFT code BGALPTTGCCB?
BGALPTTGCCB identifies Bp- Ccbm, part of Banco de Portugal in Lisbon, Portugal. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Portugal take in Portugal?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BGALPTTGCCB for a euro transfer to Portugal?
Portugal belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BGALPTTGCCB.
What happens if I enter BGALPTTGCCB incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BGALPTTGCCB with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in BGALPTTGCCB mean?
BGAL is the institution code of Banco de Portugal, PT stands for Portugal, TG is the code for the city or region and CCB is the code of the department Bp- Ccbm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco de Portugal in Portugal?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.