SWIFT/BIC code BPROCWC1XXX
BPROCWC1XXX belongs to Banco Provincial in Willemstad, Curaçao.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPROCWC1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPROCWC1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Provincial |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Willemstad |
| Country | Curaçao |
The way the Banco Provincial SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPRO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- C1 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BPROCWC1XXX?
The code BPROCWC1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Banco Provincial in Willemstad, Curaçao. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco Provincial.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Provincial?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BPROCWC1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Curaçao uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BPROCWC1XXX stand for?
BPRO is the bank code of Banco Provincial, CW is the ISO code of Curaçao, C1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Banco Provincial take in Curaçao?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Banco Provincial use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BPROCWC1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Provincial in Curaçao, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Provincial?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Curaçao with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.