SWIFT/BIC code BPKOPLPWOLS
BPKOPLPWOLS belongs to Pko Bank Polski S.A. in Olsztyn, Poland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPKOPLPWOLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPKOPLPW |
| Branch code | OLS |
| Bank | Pko Bank Polski S.A. |
| Branch | Oddzial Olsztyn |
| City | Olsztyn |
| Country | Poland |
How the Pko Bank Polski S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- OLS 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 is behind BIC BPKOPLPWOLS?
BPKOPLPWOLS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Oddzial Olsztyn, a branch or department of Pko Bank Polski S.A. in Olsztyn, Poland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BPKOPLPWOLS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BPKOPLPWOLS against the details from Pko Bank Polski S.A. before sending.
Can I use BPKOPLPW instead of BPKOPLPWOLS?
BPKOPLPW is the main office of Pko Bank Polski S.A., while BPKOPLPWOLS is Oddzial Olsztyn. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BPKOPLPWOLS.
What do the letters in BPKOPLPWOLS stand for?
BPKO is the bank code of Pko Bank Polski S.A., PL is the ISO code of Poland, PW is the location code and OLS identifies the department Oddzial Olsztyn.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Pko Bank Polski S.A.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Polish Zloty with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BPKOPLPWOLS to send euros to Poland?
Poland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BPKOPLPWOLS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.