SWIFT/BIC code BPAHCUHHXXX
BPAHCUHHXXX belongs to Banco Popular de Ahorro in La Habana, Cuba.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPAHCUHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPAHCUHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Popular de Ahorro |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | La Habana |
| Country | Cuba |
How the Banco Popular de Ahorro SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPAH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HH 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 SWIFT code BPAHCUHHXXX?
BPAHCUHHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banco Popular de Ahorro in La Habana, Cuba. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banco Popular de Ahorro.
How long does a transfer to Banco Popular de Ahorro take in Cuba?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of BPAHCUHHXXX stand for?
BPAH is the bank code of Banco Popular de Ahorro, CU is the ISO code of Cuba, HH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Popular de Ahorro?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BPAHCUHHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Cuba uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Popular de Ahorro?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Cuba with transfer services before you send.
Does Banco Popular de Ahorro have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BPAHCUHHXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Popular de Ahorro in Cuba, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.