SWIFT/BIC code BNGRGRA1STC
BNGRGRA1STC belongs to Bank of Greece in Athens, Greece.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNGRGRA1STC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNGRGRA1 |
| Branch code | STC |
| Bank | Bank of Greece |
| Branch | Stripping C |
| City | Athens |
| Country | Greece |
How the Bank of Greece SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNGR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- A1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- STC 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 code BNGRGRA1STC?
BNGRGRA1STC identifies Stripping C, part of Bank of Greece in Athens, Greece. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BNGRGRA1STC mean?
BNGR is the bank code of Bank of Greece, GR is the ISO code of Greece, A1 is the code for the city or region and STC identifies the department Stripping C.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Greece take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BNGRGRA1STC to send euros to Greece?
Greece is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BNGRGRA1STC.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Greece?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BNGRGRA1STC with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BNGRGRA1STC with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.