SWIFT/BIC code POTAAOLUXXX
POTAAOLUXXX belongs to Banco Postal, S.A. in Luanda, Angola.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POTAAOLUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POTAAOLU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Postal, S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Luanda |
| Country | Angola |
The way the Banco Postal, S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- POTA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LU 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 POTAAOLUXXX?
POTAAOLUXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Banco Postal, S.A. in Luanda, Angola. It is the code to use when a payment to Banco Postal, S.A. does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter POTAAOLUXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check POTAAOLUXXX against the details from Banco Postal, S.A. before sending.
Does Banco Postal, S.A. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – POTAAOLUXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Postal, S.A. in Angola, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of POTAAOLUXXX mean?
POTA is the institution code of Banco Postal, S.A., AO is the ISO code of Angola, LU is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Postal, S.A.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code POTAAOLUXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Angola is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Postal, S.A.?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.