SWIFT/BIC code ZURIPTPLXXX
ZURIPTPLXXX belongs to Zurich-Companhia de Seguros S.A. in Lisbon, Portugal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ZURIPTPLXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ZURIPTPL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Zurich-Companhia de Seguros S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lisbon |
| Country | Portugal |
How the Zurich-Companhia de Seguros S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ZURI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PL 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 BIC ZURIPTPLXXX?
ZURIPTPLXXX identifies the headquarters of Zurich-Companhia de Seguros S.A. in Lisbon, Portugal. It is the code to use when a payment to Zurich-Companhia de Seguros S.A. does not need a specific branch.
Does Zurich-Companhia de Seguros S.A. have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ZURIPTPLXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Zurich-Companhia de Seguros S.A. in Portugal, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Zurich-Companhia de Seguros S.A.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Are ZURIPTPL and ZURIPTPLXXX the same code?
Yes. ZURIPTPL is the short version of ZURIPTPLXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Zurich-Companhia de Seguros S.A. in Lisbon.
How long does it take to send money to Zurich-Companhia de Seguros S.A.?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ZURIPTPLXXX for a euro transfer to Portugal?
Portugal belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need ZURIPTPLXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.