SWIFT/BIC Code for Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP)

The Development Bank of the Philippines SWIFT code is DBPHPHMMXXX. DBP may use different SWIFT/BIC codes for specific banking services, so confirm the right one with your recipient or the bank directly before you send.

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DBPHPHMMXXX

DBPHPHMMXXX includes four parts: DBPH identifies Development Bank of the Philippines, PH directs to the Philippines, MM points to Metro Manila as the location, and XXX designates the main branch.

DBP SWIFT code details

Bank Name

AXIS Bank Limited

SWIFT/BIC codeDBPHPHMMXXX
Bank addressDBP Head Office, Sen. Gil J. Puyat Avenue
CityMakati City
CountryPhilippines
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Why do I need a Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) SWIFT code?

During an international transfer, a SWIFT/BIC code is what the global banking network uses to identify the receiving bank. Sending money to a DBP account requires the SWIFT code DBPHPHMMXXX to complete the transaction.

 

Recipients can find their DBP SWIFT code on a recent bank statement or by logging into their online banking account.

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How to find a local branch SWIFT code for DBP

Confirm details with your recipient

Ask for their DBP account number and the DBP Philippines SWIFT code. Both can be found on a recent bank statement or through DBP’s online banking portal.

Look up the branch SWIFT code

Some DBP branches may have a unique SWIFT code. If a branch-specific code isn’t available, the head office code DBPHPHMMXXX also works.

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Understanding SWIFT codes

SWIFT codes are 8 to 11 characters long, with different sections to tell the international banking network about the receiving institution. Here’s how the DBP SWIFT code breaks down:

 

1 – Bank code (4 letters)

DBPH represents Development Bank of the Philippines.

 

2 – Country code (2 letters)

PH stands for the Philippines.

 

3 – Location code (2 letters or numbers)

Points to the bank’s city or regional hub — MM for Metro Manila in this case.

 

4 – Branch code (3 character)

Identifies a specific branch. When it’s blank or reads XXX, the code refers to the bank’s head office.

 

If your recipient doesn’t have a branch-level code, DBPHPHMMXXX will typically route the transfer to the right place.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a SWIFT/BIC code for international money transfers to Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP)?

Yes. A SWIFT code is required to process an international transfer to a DBP account in the Philippines. For most transfers, DBPHPHMMXXX is the code to use.

How do I find a SWIFT code for Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP)?

Ask your recipient first. DBP customers can find their branch SWIFT code on a recent bank statement or through their online banking account. Western Union’s bank codes guide is also a useful reference.

Do all banks in the Philippines have a SWIFT code?

Most banks that handle international transfers are part of the SWIFT network, but not all. Banks without a SWIFT code typically route cross-border payments through a correspondent bank. For more on how the codes work, see our guide on SWIFT codes vs. IBANs.

Is a SWIFT code the same for all branches?

Not always. Many banks assign unique SWIFT codes to individual branches, and DBP is no exception. If your recipient can’t confirm a branch-specific code, the head office code DBPHPHMMXXX also works.

This content is for informational purposes only. Western Union does not require you add bank codes when performing an international money transfer.