SWIFT/BIC code MPANPAPAXXX
MPANPAPAXXX belongs to Mercantil Bank (Panama) S.A. in Panama, Panama.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MPANPAPAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MPANPAPA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mercantil Bank (Panama) S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Panama |
| Country | Panama |
How the Mercantil Bank (Panama) S.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MPAN 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 bank is behind BIC MPANPAPAXXX?
The code MPANPAPAXXX belongs to the main office of Mercantil Bank (Panama) S.A. in Panama, Panama. Use it when you send money to an account at Mercantil Bank (Panama) S.A..
What happens if I use MPANPAPAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MPANPAPAXXX with the recipient before sending.
Are MPANPAPA and MPANPAPAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. MPANPAPA is the short version of MPANPAPAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Mercantil Bank (Panama) S.A. in Panama.
What is the best way to send money to Mercantil Bank (Panama) S.A. in Panama?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Panama with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of MPANPAPAXXX stand for?
MPAN is the institution code of Mercantil Bank (Panama) S.A., PA is the ISO code of Panama, PA is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Mercantil Bank (Panama) S.A.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MPANPAPAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Panama is not part of SEPA, 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.