SWIFT/BIC code LESIPHM1XXX

LESIPHM1XXX belongs to Legazpi Savings Bank in Legazpi, Philippines.

LESIPHM1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLESIPHM1XXX
8-character codeLESIPHM1
Branch codeXXX
BankLegazpi Savings Bank
BranchHead office
CityLegazpi
CountryPhilippines

The way the Legazpi Savings Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured

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

LESI Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
PH Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
M1 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code LESIPHM1XXX?

LESIPHM1XXX identifies the headquarters of Legazpi Savings Bank in Legazpi, Philippines. Use it when a payment to Legazpi Savings Bank does not need a specific branch.

What does each part of LESIPHM1XXX stand for?

LESI is the bank code of Legazpi Savings Bank, PH is the ISO code of Philippines, M1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.

Which details do I need to send money to an account at Legazpi Savings Bank?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code LESIPHM1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Philippines uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

How long does it take to send money to Legazpi Savings Bank in Philippines?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What is the best way to send money to Legazpi Savings Bank?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Philippine Peso with transfer services before you send.

Are LESIPHM1 and LESIPHM1XXX the same code?

Yes, they are. LESIPHM1 is the short version of LESIPHM1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Legazpi Savings Bank in Legazpi.

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