SWIFT/BIC code BIAKPAPAXXX
BIAKPAPAXXX belongs to Bi-Bank, S.A. in Panama City, Panama.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIAKPAPAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIAKPAPA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bi-Bank, S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Panama City |
| Country | Panama |
The way the Bi-Bank, S.A. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIAK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PA 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 BIAKPAPAXXX?
BIAKPAPAXXX identifies the main office of Bi-Bank, S.A. in Panama City, Panama. It is the code to use when a payment to Bi-Bank, S.A. does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bi-Bank, S.A. take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bi-Bank, S.A.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Panama with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bi-Bank, S.A.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BIAKPAPAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Panama uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BIAKPAPAXXX mean?
BIAK is the bank code of Bi-Bank, S.A., PA stands for Panama, PA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Does Bi-Bank, S.A. use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BIAKPAPAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Bi-Bank, S.A. in Panama, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.