SWIFT/BIC code EBCTBRD1XXX
EBCTBRD1XXX belongs to Empresa Brasileira de Correios e Telegrafos - Ect in Brasilia, Brazil.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EBCTBRD1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EBCTBRD1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Empresa Brasileira de Correios e Telegrafos - Ect |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brasilia |
| Country | Brazil |
The way the Empresa Brasileira de Correios e Telegrafos - Ect SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EBCT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- D1 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 institution uses SWIFT code EBCTBRD1XXX?
EBCTBRD1XXX identifies the main office of Empresa Brasileira de Correios e Telegrafos - Ect in Brasilia, Brazil. Use it when you send money to an account at Empresa Brasileira de Correios e Telegrafos - Ect.
Is EBCTBRD1 and EBCTBRD1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. EBCTBRD1 is the 8-character version of EBCTBRD1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Empresa Brasileira de Correios e Telegrafos - Ect in Brasilia.
What do the letters in EBCTBRD1XXX stand for?
EBCT is the institution code of Empresa Brasileira de Correios e Telegrafos - Ect, BR is the ISO code of Brazil, D1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Empresa Brasileira de Correios e Telegrafos - Ect?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code EBCTBRD1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Brazil uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Empresa Brasileira de Correios e Telegrafos - Ect in Brazil?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Brazilian Real with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Empresa Brasileira de Correios e Telegrafos - Ect?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.