SWIFT/BIC code BNGRGRAAPBS
BNGRGRAAPBS belongs to Bank of Greece in Athens, Greece.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNGRGRAAPBS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNGRGRAA |
| Branch code | PBS |
| Bank | Bank of Greece |
| Branch | Payments of Book Entry Securities Section |
| City | Athens |
| Country | Greece |
The way 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).
- AA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PBS 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 is behind SWIFT code BNGRGRAAPBS?
The code BNGRGRAAPBS belongs to Payments of Book Entry Securities Section, part of Bank of Greece in Athens, Greece. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Greece?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BNGRGRAA instead of BNGRGRAAPBS?
BNGRGRAA points to the main office of Bank of Greece, while BNGRGRAAPBS is Payments of Book Entry Securities Section. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BNGRGRAAPBS if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BNGRGRAAPBS incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BNGRGRAAPBS with the recipient before sending.
Do I need BNGRGRAAPBS for a euro transfer to Greece?
Greece is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BNGRGRAAPBS.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Greece take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.