SWIFT/BIC code BPACSTSTXXX
BPACSTSTXXX belongs to Banco Privado Sao Tome e Principe in Sao Tome, São Tomé & Príncipe.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPACSTSTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPACSTST |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Privado Sao Tome e Principe |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sao Tome |
| Country | São Tomé & Príncipe |
How the Banco Privado Sao Tome e Principe SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPAC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ST Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ST 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 BIC BPACSTSTXXX?
BPACSTSTXXX identifies the main office of Banco Privado Sao Tome e Principe in Sao Tome, São Tomé & Príncipe. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banco Privado Sao Tome e Principe.
What does each part of BPACSTSTXXX mean?
BPAC is the institution code of Banco Privado Sao Tome e Principe, ST is the ISO code of São Tomé & Príncipe, ST is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Privado Sao Tome e Principe?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BPACSTSTXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. São Tomé & Príncipe uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter BPACSTSTXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BPACSTSTXXX against the details from Banco Privado Sao Tome e Principe before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Privado Sao Tome e Principe?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Banco Privado Sao Tome e Principe have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BPACSTSTXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Privado Sao Tome e Principe in São Tomé & Príncipe, 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.