SWIFT/BIC code BPKOPLPWLUA
BPKOPLPWLUA belongs to Pko Bank Polski S.A. in Lublin, Poland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPKOPLPWLUA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPKOPLPW |
| Branch code | LUA |
| Bank | Pko Bank Polski S.A. |
| Branch | Oddzial Lublin |
| City | Lublin |
| Country | Poland |
The way the Pko Bank Polski S.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPKO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PW Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- LUA 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 branch uses SWIFT code BPKOPLPWLUA?
The code BPKOPLPWLUA belongs to Oddzial Lublin, part of Pko Bank Polski S.A. in Lublin, Poland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Pko Bank Polski S.A.?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BPKOPLPWLUA for a euro transfer to Poland?
Poland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BPKOPLPWLUA.
What is the best way to send money to Pko Bank Polski S.A. in Poland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Polish Zloty with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BPKOPLPW instead of BPKOPLPWLUA?
BPKOPLPW is the head office of Pko Bank Polski S.A., while BPKOPLPWLUA is Oddzial Lublin. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BPKOPLPWLUA if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in BPKOPLPWLUA stand for?
BPKO is the bank code of Pko Bank Polski S.A., PL stands for Poland, PW is the location code and LUA identifies the branch Oddzial Lublin.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.