SWIFT/BIC code CAEPPTP1XXX
CAEPPTP1XXX belongs to Caixa Economica do Porto in Porto, Portugal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CAEPPTP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CAEPPTP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Caixa Economica do Porto |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Porto |
| Country | Portugal |
How the Caixa Economica do Porto SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CAEP Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 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 uses SWIFT code CAEPPTP1XXX?
The code CAEPPTP1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Caixa Economica do Porto in Porto, Portugal. Use it when you send money to an account at Caixa Economica do Porto.
Is CAEPPTP1 and CAEPPTP1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CAEPPTP1 is the 8-character version of CAEPPTP1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Caixa Economica do Porto in Porto.
Does Caixa Economica do Porto have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CAEPPTP1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Caixa Economica do Porto in Portugal, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Caixa Economica do Porto take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CAEPPTP1XXX to send euros to Portugal?
Portugal is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CAEPPTP1XXX.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Caixa Economica do Porto in Portugal?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro 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.