SWIFT/BIC code POPCSVS1XXX
POPCSVS1XXX belongs to Banco de Credito Popular S.A. in San Salvador, El Salvador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POPCSVS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POPCSVS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco de Credito Popular S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | San Salvador |
| Country | El Salvador |
The way the Banco de Credito Popular S.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- POPC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SV Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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 institution uses BIC POPCSVS1XXX?
POPCSVS1XXX identifies the main office of Banco de Credito Popular S.A. in San Salvador, El Salvador. Use it when a payment to Banco de Credito Popular S.A. does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Banco de Credito Popular S.A.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use POPCSVS1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check POPCSVS1XXX against the details from Banco de Credito Popular S.A. before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco de Credito Popular S.A.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code POPCSVS1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. El Salvador is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of POPCSVS1XXX mean?
POPC is the institution code of Banco de Credito Popular S.A., SV is the ISO code of El Salvador, S1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Does Banco de Credito Popular S.A. use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – POPCSVS1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Banco de Credito Popular S.A. in El Salvador, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.