SWIFT/BIC code PLAOPAP1XXX

PLAOPAP1XXX belongs to Petroleos de Latinoamerica S.A. in Panama City, Panama.

PLAOPAP1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePLAOPAP1XXX
8-character codePLAOPAP1
Branch codeXXX
BankPetroleos de Latinoamerica S.A.
BranchHead office
CityPanama City
CountryPanama

The way the Petroleos de Latinoamerica S.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up

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

PLAO 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

Which bank uses BIC PLAOPAP1XXX?

PLAOPAP1XXX identifies the main office of Petroleos de Latinoamerica S.A. in Panama City, Panama. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Petroleos de Latinoamerica S.A..

What happens if I enter PLAOPAP1XXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PLAOPAP1XXX with the recipient before sending.

How long does a transfer to Petroleos de Latinoamerica S.A. take?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

What do I need to send money to an account at Petroleos de Latinoamerica S.A.?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code PLAOPAP1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Panama uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

What does each part of PLAOPAP1XXX mean?

PLAO is the institution code of Petroleos de Latinoamerica S.A., PA is the ISO code of Panama, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Petroleos de Latinoamerica S.A.?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Panama with specialist providers before you send.

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