SWIFT/BIC code PPOSPHM1XXX
PPOSPHM1XXX belongs to Philippine Postal Corporation in Manila, Philippines.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PPOSPHM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PPOSPHM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Philippine Postal Corporation |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manila |
| Country | Philippines |
How the Philippine Postal Corporation SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PPOS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 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 PPOSPHM1XXX?
The code PPOSPHM1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Philippine Postal Corporation in Manila, Philippines. It is the code to use when a payment to Philippine Postal Corporation does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Philippine Postal Corporation in Philippines?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Philippine Peso with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter PPOSPHM1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PPOSPHM1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are PPOSPHM1 and PPOSPHM1XXX the same code?
Yes. PPOSPHM1 is the 8-character version of PPOSPHM1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Philippine Postal Corporation in Manila.
What does each part of PPOSPHM1XXX mean?
PPOS is the bank code of Philippine Postal Corporation, PH stands for Philippines, M1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Does Philippine Postal Corporation have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, PPOSPHM1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Philippine Postal Corporation in Philippines, 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.