SWIFT/BIC code BPNPPTPLSFE
BPNPPTPLSFE belongs to Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. in Madeira, Portugal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPNPPTPLSFE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPNPPTPL |
| Branch code | SFE |
| Bank | Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. |
| Branch | Sucursal Financeira Exterior |
| City | Madeira |
| Country | Portugal |
The way the Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPNP Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PL Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- SFE 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/BIC code BPNPPTPLSFE?
BPNPPTPLSFE is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sucursal Financeira Exterior, part of Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. in Madeira, Portugal. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BPNPPTPLSFE to send euros to Portugal?
Portugal belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BPNPPTPLSFE.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Bic Portugues, S.A.?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. in Portugal. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Bic Portugues, S.A.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BPNPPTPL instead of BPNPPTPLSFE?
BPNPPTPL points to the head office of Banco Bic Portugues, S.A., while BPNPPTPLSFE is Sucursal Financeira Exterior. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BPNPPTPLSFE.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.