SWIFT/BIC code MEOLPTP1XXX
MEOLPTP1XXX belongs to Banco Mello in Lisbon, Portugal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEOLPTP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEOLPTP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Mello |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lisbon |
| Country | Portugal |
The way the Banco Mello SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MEOL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 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 MEOLPTP1XXX?
MEOLPTP1XXX identifies the head office of Banco Mello in Lisbon, Portugal. Use it when a payment to Banco Mello does not need a specific branch.
Does Banco Mello have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, MEOLPTP1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Mello in Portugal, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in MEOLPTP1XXX stand for?
MEOL is the institution code of Banco Mello, PT stands for Portugal, P1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use MEOLPTP1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MEOLPTP1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is MEOLPTP1 and MEOLPTP1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MEOLPTP1 is the short version of MEOLPTP1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Banco Mello in Lisbon.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Mello?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.