SWIFT/BIC code KNALPAPAXXX

KNALPAPAXXX belongs to Canal Bank, S. A. (Bmf) in Panama, Panama.

KNALPAPAXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeKNALPAPAXXX
8-character codeKNALPAPA
Branch codeXXX
BankCanal Bank, S. A. (Bmf)
BranchHead office
CityPanama
CountryPanama

The way the Canal Bank, S. A. (Bmf) SWIFT/BIC works

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

KNAL 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 institution uses SWIFT code KNALPAPAXXX?

KNALPAPAXXX identifies the headquarters of Canal Bank, S. A. (Bmf) in Panama, Panama. Use it when a payment to Canal Bank, S. A. (Bmf) does not need a specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Canal Bank, S. A. (Bmf) in Panama?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What is the best way to send money to Canal Bank, S. A. (Bmf) in Panama?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Panama with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of KNALPAPAXXX stand for?

KNAL is the bank code of Canal Bank, S. A. (Bmf), PA is the ISO code of Panama, PA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.

Does Canal Bank, S. A. (Bmf) use a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – KNALPAPAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Canal Bank, S. A. (Bmf) in Panama, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at Canal Bank, S. A. (Bmf)?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code KNALPAPAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Panama uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

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