SWIFT/BIC code BLJCPTPTXXX
BLJCPTPTXXX belongs to Banco L.j. Carregosa, S.A. in Porto, Portugal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BLJCPTPTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BLJCPTPT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco L.j. Carregosa, S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Porto |
| Country | Portugal |
The way the Banco L.j. Carregosa, S.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BLJC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PT 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BLJCPTPTXXX?
BLJCPTPTXXX identifies the head office of Banco L.j. Carregosa, S.A. in Porto, Portugal. Use it when a payment to Banco L.j. Carregosa, S.A. does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Banco L.j. Carregosa, S.A. in Portugal?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BLJCPTPTXXX for a euro transfer to Portugal?
Portugal belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BLJCPTPTXXX.
Is BLJCPTPT and BLJCPTPTXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BLJCPTPT is the 8-character version of BLJCPTPTXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Banco L.j. Carregosa, S.A. in Porto.
Does Banco L.j. Carregosa, S.A. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BLJCPTPTXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco L.j. Carregosa, S.A. in Portugal, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco L.j. Carregosa, S.A.?
Banks often add 1–3% 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.