SWIFT/BIC code CAHRPAPAXXX

CAHRPAPAXXX belongs to Caja de Ahorros in Panama, Panama.

CAHRPAPAXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCAHRPAPAXXX
8-character codeCAHRPAPA
Branch codeXXX
BankCaja de Ahorros
BranchHead office
CityPanama
CountryPanama

The way the Caja de Ahorros SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CAHR 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

Which bank is behind SWIFT code CAHRPAPAXXX?

The code CAHRPAPAXXX belongs to the headquarters of Caja de Ahorros in Panama, Panama. It is the code to use when a payment to Caja de Ahorros does not need a specific branch.

Are CAHRPAPA and CAHRPAPAXXX the same code?

Yes. CAHRPAPA is the short version of CAHRPAPAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Caja de Ahorros in Panama.

Does Caja de Ahorros use only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, CAHRPAPAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Caja de Ahorros in Panama, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Caja de Ahorros in Panama?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Panama with transfer services before you send.

How long does it take to send money to Caja de Ahorros in Panama?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.

What do the letters in CAHRPAPAXXX mean?

CAHR is the institution code of Caja de Ahorros, PA stands for Panama, PA is the location code and XXX means the head office.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.