SWIFT/BIC code BPVVPAPAXXX
BPVVPAPAXXX belongs to Banco Panameno de la Vivienda in Panama, Panama.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPVVPAPAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPVVPAPA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Panameno de la Vivienda |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Panama |
| Country | Panama |
How the Banco Panameno de la Vivienda SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPVV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PA 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 BPVVPAPAXXX?
The code BPVVPAPAXXX belongs to the headquarters of Banco Panameno de la Vivienda in Panama, Panama. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco Panameno de la Vivienda.
What happens if I enter BPVVPAPAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BPVVPAPAXXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of BPVVPAPAXXX mean?
BPVV is the institution code of Banco Panameno de la Vivienda, PA stands for Panama, PA is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Panameno de la Vivienda?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BPVVPAPAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Panama uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Banco Panameno de la Vivienda take in Panama?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Are BPVVPAPA and BPVVPAPAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BPVVPAPA is the 8-character version of BPVVPAPAXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Banco Panameno de la Vivienda in Panama.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.