SWIFT/BIC code COSRPAPAXXX
COSRPAPAXXX belongs to Banco Internacional de Costa Rica S.A. in Panama, Panama.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COSRPAPAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COSRPAPA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Internacional de Costa Rica S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Panama |
| Country | Panama |
The way the Banco Internacional de Costa Rica S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COSR 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 BIC COSRPAPAXXX?
COSRPAPAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banco Internacional de Costa Rica S.A. in Panama, Panama. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco Internacional de Costa Rica S.A..
How long does a transfer to Banco Internacional de Costa Rica S.A. take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Internacional de Costa Rica S.A.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COSRPAPAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Panama is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in COSRPAPAXXX stand for?
COSR is the bank code of Banco Internacional de Costa Rica S.A., PA stands for Panama, PA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Internacional de Costa Rica S.A. in Panama?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Panama with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter COSRPAPAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check COSRPAPAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.