SWIFT/BIC code METKPAP1XXX
METKPAP1XXX belongs to Metrobrank in Panama, Panama.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | METKPAP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | METKPAP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Metrobrank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Panama |
| Country | Panama |
How the Metrobrank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- METK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PA 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
What bank is behind BIC METKPAP1XXX?
The code METKPAP1XXX belongs to the main office of Metrobrank in Panama, Panama. Use it when you send money to an account at Metrobrank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Metrobrank in Panama?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Panama with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of METKPAP1XXX stand for?
METK is the bank code of Metrobrank, PA stands for Panama, P1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Metrobrank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code METKPAP1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Panama is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Are METKPAP1 and METKPAP1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. METKPAP1 is the short version of METKPAP1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Metrobrank in Panama.
How long does it take to send money to Metrobrank?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. 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.