SWIFT/BIC code BPNPPTPLXXX
BPNPPTPLXXX belongs to Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. in Lisbon, Portugal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPNPPTPLXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPNPPTPL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lisbon |
| Country | Portugal |
The way the Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BPNPPTPLXXX?
The code BPNPPTPLXXX belongs to the headquarters of Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. in Lisbon, Portugal. It is the code to use when a payment to Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. in Portugal?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in BPNPPTPLXXX stand for?
BPNP is the institution code of Banco Bic Portugues, S.A., PT stands for Portugal, PL is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Do I need BPNPPTPLXXX to send euros to Portugal?
Portugal 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 BPNPPTPLXXX.
How long does a transfer to Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. take in Portugal?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is BPNPPTPL and BPNPPTPLXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BPNPPTPL is the short version of BPNPPTPLXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Banco Bic Portugues, S.A. in Lisbon.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.