SWIFT/BIC code PIRBBGSFXXX
PIRBBGSFXXX belongs to Piraeus Bank Bulgaria Ad in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PIRBBGSFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PIRBBGSF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Piraeus Bank Bulgaria Ad |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sofia |
| Country | Bulgaria |
How the Piraeus Bank Bulgaria Ad SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PIRB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SF 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 PIRBBGSFXXX?
PIRBBGSFXXX identifies the headquarters of Piraeus Bank Bulgaria Ad in Sofia, Bulgaria. Use it when you send money to an account at Piraeus Bank Bulgaria Ad.
Are PIRBBGSF and PIRBBGSFXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. PIRBBGSF is the 8-character version of PIRBBGSFXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Piraeus Bank Bulgaria Ad in Sofia.
Do I need PIRBBGSFXXX to send euros to Bulgaria?
Bulgaria is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need PIRBBGSFXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Piraeus Bank Bulgaria Ad in Bulgaria?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter PIRBBGSFXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PIRBBGSFXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Piraeus Bank Bulgaria Ad have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, PIRBBGSFXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Piraeus Bank Bulgaria Ad in Bulgaria, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.