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SWIFT/BIC code BGALPTTGSIT

BGALPTTGSIT belongs to Banco de Portugal in Lisbon, Portugal.

BGALPTTGSIT

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBGALPTTGSIT
8-character codeBGALPTTG
Branch codeSIT
BankBanco de Portugal
BranchBp-Monetary Policy Operations
CityLisbon
CountryPortugal

The way the Banco de Portugal SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
SIT 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 code BGALPTTGSIT?

BGALPTTGSIT is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bp-Monetary Policy Operations, part of Banco de Portugal in Lisbon, Portugal. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Banco de Portugal have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 16 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco de Portugal in Portugal. All of them are listed on the page of Banco de Portugal.

What happens if I enter BGALPTTGSIT incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BGALPTTGSIT with the recipient before sending.

Can I use BGALPTTG instead of BGALPTTGSIT?

BGALPTTG points to the head office of Banco de Portugal, while BGALPTTGSIT points to Bp-Monetary Policy Operations. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BGALPTTGSIT.

How long does it take to send money to Banco de Portugal in Portugal?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BGALPTTGSIT to send euros to Portugal?

Portugal belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BGALPTTGSIT.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.