SWIFT/BIC code SIGSGRA1XXX
SIGSGRA1XXX belongs to Piraeus Securities S.A. in Athens, Greece.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SIGSGRA1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SIGSGRA1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Piraeus Securities S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Athens |
| Country | Greece |
How the Piraeus Securities S.A. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SIGS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- A1 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 SWIFT code SIGSGRA1XXX?
The code SIGSGRA1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Piraeus Securities S.A. in Athens, Greece. Use it when a payment to Piraeus Securities S.A. does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter SIGSGRA1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SIGSGRA1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Are SIGSGRA1 and SIGSGRA1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SIGSGRA1 is the short version of SIGSGRA1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Piraeus Securities S.A. in Athens.
Do I need SIGSGRA1XXX for a euro transfer to Greece?
Greece is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need SIGSGRA1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Piraeus Securities S.A. take in Greece?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Does Piraeus Securities S.A. have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SIGSGRA1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Piraeus Securities S.A. in Greece, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.