SWIFT/BIC code CNBACZPPXXX
CNBACZPPXXX belongs to Ceska Narodni Banka in Prague, Czechia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CNBACZPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CNBACZPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ceska Narodni Banka |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Prague |
| Country | Czechia |
The way the Ceska Narodni Banka SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CNBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PP 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/BIC code CNBACZPPXXX?
CNBACZPPXXX identifies the main office of Ceska Narodni Banka in Prague, Czechia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Ceska Narodni Banka.
What happens if I enter CNBACZPPXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CNBACZPPXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need CNBACZPPXXX to send euros to Czechia?
Czechia 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 CNBACZPPXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Ceska Narodni Banka in Czechia?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is CNBACZPP and CNBACZPPXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CNBACZPP is the 8-character version of CNBACZPPXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Ceska Narodni Banka in Prague.
What does each part of CNBACZPPXXX mean?
CNBA is the bank code of Ceska Narodni Banka, CZ is the ISO code of Czechia, PP is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.