SWIFT/BIC code POCZPLP4XXX
POCZPLP4XXX belongs to Pocztowy Bank SA in Bydgoszcz, Poland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POCZPLP4XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POCZPLP4 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pocztowy Bank SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bydgoszcz |
| Country | Poland |
The way the Pocztowy Bank SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- POCZ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P4 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 code POCZPLP4XXX?
POCZPLP4XXX identifies the headquarters of Pocztowy Bank SA in Bydgoszcz, Poland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Pocztowy Bank SA.
What is the best way to send money to Pocztowy Bank SA?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Polish Zloty with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of POCZPLP4XXX mean?
POCZ is the institution code of Pocztowy Bank SA, PL stands for Poland, P4 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Do I need POCZPLP4XXX to send euros to Poland?
Poland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need POCZPLP4XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Pocztowy Bank SA?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are POCZPLP4 and POCZPLP4XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. POCZPLP4 is the short version of POCZPLP4XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Pocztowy Bank SA in Bydgoszcz.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.