SWIFT/BIC code IGFCPT21XXX
IGFCPT21XXX belongs to Igfcss in Porto, Portugal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IGFCPT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IGFCPT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Igfcss |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Porto |
| Country | Portugal |
The way the Igfcss SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IGFC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 IGFCPT21XXX?
IGFCPT21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Igfcss in Porto, Portugal. Use it when you send money to an account at Igfcss.
Do I need IGFCPT21XXX to send euros to Portugal?
Portugal is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need IGFCPT21XXX.
What happens if I enter IGFCPT21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check IGFCPT21XXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Igfcss take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are IGFCPT21 and IGFCPT21XXX the same code?
Yes. IGFCPT21 is the 8-character version of IGFCPT21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Igfcss in Porto.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Igfcss in Portugal?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.