SWIFT/BIC code BNGRGRA1SYS
BNGRGRA1SYS belongs to Bank of Greece in Athens, Greece.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNGRGRA1SYS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNGRGRA1 |
| Branch code | SYS |
| Bank | Bank of Greece |
| Branch | System Mirror |
| 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.
- SYS 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/BIC code BNGRGRA1SYS?
The code BNGRGRA1SYS belongs to System Mirror, a branch or department of Bank of Greece in Athens, Greece. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Greece take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BNGRGRA1SYS for a euro transfer to Greece?
Greece is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BNGRGRA1SYS.
Can I use BNGRGRA1 instead of BNGRGRA1SYS?
BNGRGRA1 is the main office of Bank of Greece, while BNGRGRA1SYS is System Mirror. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BNGRGRA1SYS.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Greece in Greece?
Banks often add several percent 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.
What happens if I use BNGRGRA1SYS incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BNGRGRA1SYS 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.